Dell 2100/180, 2100/200 manual Bbs, Bios, Btu, Bzt

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batch file

An ASCII text file containing a list of commands that run in sequence. Batch files must have a filename extension of bat.

baud rate

Data transmission speed. For example, modems are de- signed to transmit data at one or more specified baud rate(s) through the COM (serial) port of a computer.

BBS

Abbreviation for bulletin board service. A computer sys- tem that serves as a central location for accessing data or relaying messages by modem. For example, Dell’s Tech- Connect BBS contains the latest version of software such as video drivers and the Dell Directory. If your system has a modem, you can access the BBS and download the most recent version of this software.

beep code

A diagnostic system message in the form of a series of beeps from your computer’s speaker. Refer to your Diag- nostics and Troubleshooting Guide for a complete discussion of system beep codes.

BIOS

Acronym for basic input/output system. Your computer’s BIOS contains programs stored on a ROM chip. The BIOS controls the following:

Communications between the microprocessor and peripheral devices, such as the keyboard and the video adapter

Miscellaneous functions, such as system messages

bit

The smallest unit of information interpreted by your computer.

boot routine

When you start your computer, it clears all memory, ini- tializes devices, and loads the operating system. Unless the operating system fails to respond, you can reboot (also called warm boot) your computer by pressing <Ctrl><Alt><Del>; otherwise, you must perform a cold boot by pressing the reset button (if your computer has one) or by turning the computer off, then back on.

bootable diskette

You can start your computer from a diskette in drive A. To make a bootable diskette, insert a diskette in drive A, type at the command line prompt, then press <Enter>. Use this bootable diskette if your computer will not boot from the hard-disk drive.

bpi

Abbreviation for bits per inch.

bps

Abbreviation for bits per second.

BTU

Abbreviation for British thermal unit.

bus

A bus forms an information pathway between the compo- nents of a computer. Your computer contains an expansion bus that allows the microprocessor to communicate with controllers for all the various peripheral devices connected to the computer. Your computer also contains an address bus and a data bus for communications between the micro- processor and RAM.

byte

Eight contiguous bits of information, the basic data unit used by your computer.

BZT

Abbreviation for Bundesamt fur Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation.

C

Abbreviation for Celsius.

cache

To facilitate quicker data retrieval, a storage area for keep- ing a copy of data or instructions. For example, your computer’s BIOS may cache ROM code in faster RAM. Or, a disk-cache utility may reserve RAM in which to store frequently accessed information from your computer’s disk drives; when a program makes a request to a disk drive for data that is in the cache, the disk-cache utility can re- trieve the data from RAM faster than from the disk drive.

card-edge connector

On the bottom of an expansion card, the metal-contact sec- tion that plugs into an expansion-card connector.

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Ergonomic Computing Habits Safety InstructionsWhen Using Your Computer System Page When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Preface About This GuideNotational Conventions Warranty and Return Policy InformationOther Documents You May Need Typographical Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windowsPage System Features IntroductionDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Supported Operating Systems Connecting External DevicesFront Panel Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the Computer Getting HelpCD Main Menu Using the Dell Server Assistant CDBooting the CD Configure the System Choose LanguageRun System Utilities Use Online ManualsCreate Operating System Support Diskettes Create Windows NT Server 3.51 DiskettesCreate NetWare 4.x Diskettes Create NetWare 3.12 DiskettesInstalling Video Drivers for Windows NT Video DriversAsset Tag Utility Restart Windows NTAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Using the Asset Tag UtilityAsset Tag Command-Line Options Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide SCSISelect Utility Installing and Configuring Scsi DriversScsi Select Default Settings Default Scsi Controller Settings Basic Host Adapter SettingsBoot Device Settings Scsi Device Settings Advanced Host Adapter SettingsStarting the SCSISelect Utility Installation for Microsoft Win- dows NT Using SCSISelect MenusUsing the Scsi Disk Utilities Installation OverviewInstalling Windows NT 3.51 and the Driver Performing a Windows NT 3.51 InstallationPerforming a Windows NT 4.0 Installation Using Windows NT to Install or Update the DriverInstalling or Updating the Driver With Win- dows NT When you see the following message, click OK to exit Removing a Host AdapterSwapping a Host Adapter Restart your computerInstallation for Novell NetWare Troubleshooting for Windows NTInstalling EZ-SCSI Calculating the Slot NumberInstalling NetWare and the Driver Performing a NetWare 4.x InstallationPerforming a NetWare 3.12 Installation Load pathname aic7870.dsk options slot=xLoad Command Line Options Using NetWare to Install or Update the DriverUsing the load Command Line Options Devenable= Lunenable=Tagdisable IocombineSample load Command Using Scsi DevicesBit Mask Options Load pathname aic7870 options slot=xBooting From a Scsi Device Using Removable MediaFiles Necessary to Set Up Booting From a Scsi Device Formatting MediaRead After Write Verify Options Using NetWare-Tested and -Approved DrivesDrive Status Items Optimizing Performance Using the NetWare Tape Backup UtilitySetting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 or Troubleshooting for NetWare Non-Host-Adapter SpecificHost-Adapter Specific OffDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Using the System Setup Program System Setup ScreensConfiguration Options and System Data Title BoxKey Functions System Setup KeysHelp Entering the System Setup Program Main Menu of the System Setup ProgramMain Menu Categories Boot Options Submenu Categories Boot Options SubmenuService Tag Num LockSpeaker MicroprocessorAdvanced Menu of the System Setup Program Advanced Menu CategoriesParallel Mode Serial PortParallel Port Diskette ControllerSecurity Menu of the System Setup Program Security Menu CategoriesSupervisor Password Is User Password IsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordExit Menu Categories Virus Check ReminderUsing the Password Features Using Your Supervisor Password to Secure Your System Operating With a Supervisor Password EnabledDeleting or Changing an Existing Super- visor Password Using the User Password FeatureAssigning a User Password Using Your User Password to Secure Your SystemDeleting or Changing an Existing User Password Disabling a Forgotten PasswordPassword Options Password OptionsResponding to Error Messages Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Board Options Using the Eisa Configuration UtilityConfiguring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion Cards How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion Utility When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityUsing Online Instructions Starting the Eisa Configuration UtilityMaking Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration Utility Learn About Configuring Your Computer Configure ComputerImportant Eisa Configuration Information Main MenuAdd or Remove Boards Adding an Expansion CardView or Edit Details Repositioning an Expansion CardDisplay the list of system board options as follows Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Eisa System Board Options Screen Example Maintain System Configuration Diskette Advanced MenuSet Date and Set Time Exit From This UtilitySet Verification Mode Menu Resolving Resource ConflictsView Additional System Information Menu Maintain SCI Files MenuModeling Mode System Board Options ScreenHow Password Security Works Assigning or Changing a Supervisor Password Deleting an Existing Supervisor PasswordSelect the Supervisor Password category Type your new supervisor passwordAssigning or Changing a User Password Deleting an Existing User PasswordSelect the User Password category Type your new user passwordDisabling a Forgotten Password Before You Begin Safety First-For You and Your ComputerWorking Inside Your Computer Replacing the Computer Cover System OrientationRemoving the Computer Cover Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front BezelUnpacking Your Hardware Option Inside Your ComputerWorking Inside Your Computer Inside the Chassis-Front/Right Side View Inside the Chassis-Back/Left Side View Removing and Replacing the System Board Assembly Removing the System Board AssemblyPartially remove the system board assembly from the chassis Disconnect the following cables from the system boardReconnect the cables to the system board Replacing the System Board AssemblyInstall the system board assembly in the chassis Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing System Board Options System Board FeaturesExpansion Cards Expansion Card ExamplesInstalling an Expansion Card Expansion SlotsInstalling an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion CardAdding Memory DIMMs and Dimm SocketsMemory Upgrade Kits Dimm Installation GuidelinesInstalling System Board Options Performing a Memory Upgrade Sample Dimm ConfigurationsInstalling a Dimm Installing a Microprocessor Upgrade Removing a DimmUnpack the new microprocessor Remove the heat sinkRemove the microprocessor chip from the socket Install the microprocessor chip in the socket Fig- ure 10. Pin-1 Identification12. Installing the Heat Sink Replace the microprocessor securing clipReplacing the System Battery Remove the old batteryInstall the new battery with the side labeled + fac- ing up Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Jumpers Installing Drives in the External BaysConfiguring a Drive External Drive Bay Hardware Removing Metal Inserts Removing and Replacing Front- Panel InsertsRemoving and Replacing Plastic Inserts Connecting the Drive Removing a Metal InsertInstalling Drives in the External Bays DC Power CablesPrepare the drive for installation Diskette Drive Interface CableInstalling Scsi Drives in the External Bays Verify correct operation of your systemConfigure the controller card if necessary 10 -Pin to 50-Pin Adapter11. Connecting an Optional Scsi Controller Card Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Scsi ID Numbers Installing Drives in the Internal BaysScsi Configuration Guidelines Device Termination Scsi Termination Jumper LocationsConfiguring the Boot Device Scsi CableScsi Cable for a PowerEdge 2100 System Installing Scsi Hard-Disk Drives in the Internal Bays Unpack each Scsi drive, and prepare it for installationInstall the Scsi drives in the hard-disk drive cage Reinstall the hard-disk drive cage in the chassis FigureAttach the Scsi cable to each Scsi drive Test the Scsi drivesTechnical Specifications Table A-1. Technical SpecificationsDrives Power Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Hardware Configuration Features Jumpers-A General ExplanationFigure B-1. System Board Jumpers Cardbios VGA Eisa Table B-1. System Board JumpersConnectors and Sockets Table B-2. Connectors and Sockets on the System BoardPorts and Connectors Serial and Parallel PortsSerial Port Connectors Figure B-3. Pin Numbers for the Serial Port ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Parallel Port ConnectorKeyboard and Mouse Connectors Keyboard Connector Mouse ConnectorRED Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Scheduling Backups Backup DevicesRecovering Data Maintaining the SystemCleaning System Components Recommended Tools and AccessoriesCleaning the Computer, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors Cleaning DrivesTemperature Environmental FactorsHumidity AltitudeElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Dust and ParticlesCorrosion Shock and Vibration Power Source InterruptionsMagnetism Power Protection Devices Uninterruptible Power SupplySurge Protectors Line ConditionersRegulatory Notices FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class BCE Notice IC Notice Canada OnlyEN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only Class 2 Notice Vcci Notices Japan OnlyClass 1 Notice Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice Korean Regulatory NoticeWymagania Polskiego Centrum Badañ i Certyfikacji Pozosta³e instrukcje bez pieczeñstwaRegulatory Notices D-141 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Coverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. OnlyWarranties and Return Policy General Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada OnlyCoverage During Years Two and Three Warranties and Return Policy E-145 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. and Canada Only Table F-1. Technical Specifications Drives Technical Specifications F-149 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Glossary Bios BBSBTU BZTCcft CD-ROMCGA CmosDimm DINDIP DMADTE ECCECP EDOFAT FCCGUI HMAIPX IRQISA ITELUN MBRMDA MGANLM NMINtfs NvramPost PqfpPRN PVCROM RTCScsi SdmsTFT TSRUMB UPSVGA VDSVesa Vlsi VramXMM XMS
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