Tyan Computer N3600QX warranty

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up your system. Plug-n-Play operating systems can take care of these details for you.

Latency: the amount of time that one part of a system spends waiting for another part to catch up. This occurs most commonly when the system sends data out to a peripheral device and has to wait for the peripheral to spread (peripherals tend to be slower than onboard system components).

NVRAM: ROM and EEPROM are both examples of Non-Volatile RAM, memory that holds its data without power. DRAM, in contrast, is volatile.

Parallel port: transmits the bits of a byte on eight different wires at the same time.

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect): a 32 or 64-bit local bus (data pathway) which is faster than the ISA bus. Local buses are those which operate within a single system (as opposed to a network bus, which connects multiple systems).

PCI PIO (PCI Programmable Input/Output) modes: the data transfer modes used by IDE drives. These modes use the CPU for data transfer (in contrast, DMA channels do not). PCI refers to the type of bus used by these modes to communicate with the CPU.

PCI-to-PCI bridge: allows you to connect multiple PCI devices onto one PCI slot.

Pipeline burst SRAM: a fast secondary cache. It is used as a secondary cache because SRAM is slower than SDRAM, but usually larger. Data is cached first to the faster primary cache, and then, when the primary cache is full, to the slower secondary cache.

PnP (Plug-n-Play):a design standard that has become ascendant in the industry. Plug-n-Play devices require little set-up to use. Devices and operating systems that are not Plug-n-Play require you to reconfigure your system each time you add or change any part of your hardware.

PXE (Preboot Execution Environment): one of four components that together make up the Wired for Management 2.0 baseline specification. PXE was designed to define a standard set of preboot protocol services within a client with the goal of allowing networked-based booting to boot using industry standard protocols.

RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks): a way for the same data to be stored in different places on many hard drives. By using this method, the data is stored redundantly and multiple hard drives will appear as a single drive to the operating system. RAID level 0 is known as striping, where data is striped (or overlapped) across multiple hard drives, but offers no fault-tolerance. RAID

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Contents Thunder n3600QX CopyrightTrademark Table of Contents Before you begin IntroductionDiagnostics Before you begin… Check the box contents Hardware Specifications InstructionCongratulations Power Supply Rear SideOnboard InfiniBand Network Controller optional Onboard Graphics ControllerSoftware Specifications Board Installation How to install our products right… the first timeBoard Image Block Diagram Thunder n3600QX S4987 Block DiagramBoard Parts, Jumpers and Connectors Jumpers & Connectors Jumper/Connector Function JP8J3 J18 J29 J12 J3 Front Panel Connector 14Pin x Signal Reset Button+Fault LED+ NMI ButtonJ5 Ipmb Pin Header 4Pin x Signal J12 USB Pin Header 5Pin x SignalPin Signal Key+12V J35 M2061 PCI-E to PCI-X Riser Connector 4Pin x Pin1 SignalJ36/J37 SAS Sgpio Connector 3Pin x Signal J38J38 SAS Fault LED Connector 5Pin x Signal JP3/JP4 Opma Setting Jumper 2PinDefault Both power connectors fromInstalling the Processor Heat sink Installation Thermal Interface Material Finishing Installing the Heat sink Tips on Installing Motherboard in Chassis Page Installing the Memory Memory Population Option TableQuantity Memory installed SlotDual CPU Memory Installation Procedure Attaching Drive Cables Attaching IDE Drive CablePage Installing Add-In Cards PCI-E x 16 slot HTX slot SO-DIMM slotInstalling SO-DIMM Modules Opma Card Connecting External Devices Installing the Power Supply Signal PinFinishing Up Bios Setup About the BiosBios Menu Bar To start the Bios setup utilitySetup Basics Case of ProblemsGetting Help ESCBios Main Menu Feature Option Description MainBios Advanced Menu FeatureDescription Advanced Settings Menu ItemCPU Configuration CPU ConfigurationXX.XX XxxxxxFeature Option Description CPU Configuration DisabledEnabled IDE Configuration Sub-Menu NVidia RAID Setup Feature Option DescriptionRAID Setup NVidia RAID SetupFeature Option Description Primary IDE Master/Slave Primary IDE Master/Slave Sub-MenuPrimary IDE Master CD/DVD ArmdFeature Option Description Sata 0/1/2/3 SATA0/1/2/3 Sub-MenuThird IDE Master Super I/O Configuration Sub-Menu Configure Win627 Super I/O Chipset2F8 IRQ3 ASK IRAcpi Configuration Sub-Menu AdvancedAdvanced Acpi Configuration Sub-Menu Advanced Acpi ConfigurationChipset Acpi Configuration Sub-Menu APM Configuration Feature Option Description APM Configuration 50%Event Log Configuration Sub-Menu Event Logging detailsHardware Health Configuration Sub-Menu Hardware Health ConfigurationFeature Option Description Hardware Health Configuration FAN Configuration Sub-Men Voltage Configuration Sub-MenFan Configuration Voltage ConfigurationTemperature Configuration Sub-Men Temperature ConfigurationRemote Access Configuration Sub-Menu No DelayUSB Configuration Sub-Menu USB ConfigurationFeature Option Description USB Configuration USBUSB Mass Storage Device Configuration Sub-Men USB Mass Storage Device ConfigurationXxxx CdromAdvanced PCI/PnP Settings PCI PnP MenuClear Nvram Clears Nvram during system Boot Menu Boot Settings Configuration Sub-MenuBoot Settings BootFeature Option Description Boot Settings Configuration Boot Device Priority Boot Device PriorityHard Disk Drives Hard Disk DrivesFeature Option Description Network Drives Removable DrivesNetwod Drives Removable DrivesSecurity Settings Feature Option Description Security SettingsSecurity Menu Advanced Chipset Settings Chipset MenuChipset Northbridge Configuration Sub-Menu NorthBridge Chipset ConfigurationCLK XX CLKFeature Option Description NorthBridge Chipset Configuration Memory Configuration Sub-Menu Memory ConfigurationFeature Option Description Memory Configuration 4003CLK ~ 6CLK C3/ATLVIDECC Configuration Sub-Menu ECC ConfigurationFeature Option Description ECC Configuration Allows the L1 Data Cache RAM to be Iommu Configuration Iommu Option MenuSouthbridge Configuration Sub-Menu SouthBridge Chipset ConfigurationLAN1 LAN2Hyper Transport MCP55 Configuration Sub-Menu Hper Transport MCP55 ConfigurationExit Menu Page Diagnostics Beep CodesFlash Utility Memory, Video, CPUAmibios Post Code Checkpoint DescriptionCheckpoint Description Appendix I How to Make a Driver Diskette LSIVIA Exit NVidia ====Choose Chipset Model==== NVidia Nvraid Appendix II LSI Logic Config Utility Page Page Appendix III InfiniBand Installation Guide InstallerInfiniBand enabling, Optional for S4987WG2NGI2 only Page Registration Info Install Path SDP/WSD Activation Page HCA Page Appendix IV Recommended Accessory List Power Supply Unit VendorDescription Installation Location Riser CardPage Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Returning Merchandise for Service Technical SupportDocument # D1900-100

N3600QX specifications

The Tyan Computer N3600QX is a robust server motherboard designed to meet the demands of enterprise-level applications and data centers. Built around the AMD EPYC platform, it offers unique capabilities that cater to high-performance computing.

One of the standout features of the N3600QX is its support for multiple AMD EPYC processors, which can significantly enhance concurrent processing and parallel computing tasks. With up to 64 cores per processor, businesses can run complex workloads seamlessly, making it ideal for virtualization, cloud computing, and big data applications.

A notable characteristic of the N3600QX is its generous memory bandwidth. The motherboard supports 8 DIMM slots, allowing for a maximum memory capacity of up to 2TB of DDR4 RAM. This ensures that large datasets can be processed quickly, improving the efficiency of data-intensive operations. Additionally, the memory configurations are optimized for speed, providing a competitive edge to enterprises handling real-time data.

The motherboard features multiple PCIe expansion slots, facilitating a variety of configurations for high-performance storage options and network interfaces. With extensive support for NVMe SSDs, users can deploy ultra-fast storage solutions that significantly reduce latency and boost application performance.

On the connectivity front, the N3600QX is equipped with multiple 10GbE LAN ports, which offer high-speed data transfer capabilities essential for network-intensive tasks. This combination of high bandwidth and low latency ensures that businesses can maintain a competitive edge in their networking infrastructure.

In terms of reliability and stability, the N3600QX includes advanced features such as IPMI support for remote management, ensuring that system administrators can monitor and control servers without physical access. Additionally, the motherboard is designed to deliver enhanced thermal management, ensuring optimal performance even under heavy loads.

Security is also a paramount focus, with features such as secure boot and hardware-based security measures, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access.

Overall, the Tyan Computer N3600QX is a powerful and versatile motherboard that stands out in the server market. With its robust feature set, advanced technologies, and reliable performance, it is an excellent choice for enterprises seeking a future-proof solution for their computing needs.