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You should disable the host adapter BIOS if the peripherals on the SCSI bus (for example, CD-ROM drives) are all controlled by device drivers and do not need the BIOS.

Support Removable Disks Under BIOS as Fixed Disks. This option controls which removable-media drives are supported by the host adapter BIOS. The default setting is Boot Only. The following choices are available.

CAUTION: If a removable-media SCSI device is controlled by the host adapter BIOS, do not remove the media while the drive is on or you may lose data. If you want to be able to remove media while the drive is on, install your removable- media device driver and set this option to Disabled.

Boot Only. Only the removable-media drive designated as the boot device is treated as a hard-disk drive.

All Disks. All removable-media drives sup- ported by the BIOS are treated as hard-disk drives.

Disabled. No removable-media drives are treated as hard-disk drives. In this situation, software drivers are needed because the drives are not controlled by the BIOS.

Extended BIOS Translation for DOS Drives > 1 GB. This option determines whether extended translation is available for SCSI hard-disk drives with capacities greater than 1 gigabyte (GB). The default setting is Enabled.

CAUTION: Back up your hard-disk drive before you change the translation scheme. All data is erased when you change from one translation scheme to another.

The standard translation scheme for SCSI host adapters provides a maximum accessible capacity of 1 GB. To support hard-disk drives larger than 1 GB, the 78xx series host adapters include an extended translation scheme that supports hard-disk drives as

large as 8 GB under the MS-DOS operating system with a maximum partition size of 2 GB.

Extended BIOS translation is used only with MS-DOS 5.0 or later. It is not necessary to enable this if you are using another operating system such as Novell NetWare.

When you partition a hard-disk drive larger than

1 GB, use the MS-DOS fdisk utility as you normally would. Because the cylinder size increases to 8 MB under extended translation, the partition size you choose must be a multiple of 8 MB. If you request a size that is not a multiple of 8 MB, fdisk rounds up to the nearest whole multiple of 8 MB.

Display <Ctrl><a> Message During BIOS Initializa- tion. This option determines whether the Press <Ctrl><a> for SCSISelect (TM) Util- ity! message appears on your screen during system start-up. The default setting is Enabled. If this setting is disabled, you can still run the SCSISelect utility by pressing <Ctrl><a> after the host adapter BIOS ban- ner appears.

Multiple LUN Support. This option determines whether your system supports booting from a SCSI device that has multiple LUNs. The default setting is Disabled. Enable this option if your boot device has multiple LUNs.

BIOS Support for Bootable CD-ROM. This option determines whether the host adapter BIOS provides support for booting from a CD-ROM drive. The default setting is Enabled.

BIOS Support for INT 13 Extensions. This option determines whether the host adapter BIOS supports disks with more than 1024 cylinders. The default set- ting is Enabled.

Support for ULTRA SCSI Speed. This option deter- mines whether the host adapter supports the fast transfer rates (20.0 to 40.0 megabits per second [Mbps]). The default setting is Enabled.

Starting the SCSISelect Utility

You can start the SCSISelect utility by pressing <Ctrl><a> when the following prompt appears briefly at boot time:

Press <Ctrl><a> for SCSISelect (TM) Utility!

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Safety Instructions When Using Your Computer SystemErgonomic Computing Habits Page When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Preface About This GuideWarranty and Return Policy Information Other Documents You May NeedNotational Conventions Typographical Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windowsPage System Features IntroductionDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Connecting External Devices Front PanelSupported Operating Systems Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the Computer Getting HelpUsing the Dell Server Assistant CD Booting the CDCD Main Menu 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 NTUsing the Asset Tag Utility Asset Tag Command-Line OptionsAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing and Configuring Scsi Drivers Scsi Select Default SettingsSCSISelect Utility Basic Host Adapter Settings Boot Device SettingsDefault Scsi Controller 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=xUsing NetWare to Install or Update the Driver Using the load Command Line OptionsLoad 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 MediaUsing NetWare-Tested and -Approved Drives Drive Status ItemsRead After Write Verify Options Using the NetWare Tape Backup Utility Setting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 orOptimizing Performance 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 BoxSystem Setup Keys HelpKey Functions 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 Using the Eisa Configuration Utility Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion CardsSystem Board Options How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion Utility When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityStarting the Eisa Configuration Utility Making Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityUsing Online Instructions 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 Safety First-For You and Your Computer Working Inside Your ComputerBefore You Begin System Orientation Removing the Computer CoverReplacing 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 boardReplacing the System Board Assembly Install the system board assembly in the chassisReconnect the cables to the system board 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 DimmRemove the heat sink Remove the microprocessor chip from the socketUnpack the new microprocessor 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 Installing Drives in the External Bays Configuring a DriveJumpers External Drive Bay Hardware Removing and Replacing Front- Panel Inserts Removing and Replacing Plastic InsertsRemoving Metal 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 Installing Drives in the Internal Bays Scsi Configuration GuidelinesScsi ID Numbers 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 ConnectorsParallel Port Connector Keyboard and Mouse ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port 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 AltitudeDust and Particles CorrosionElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Power Source Interruptions MagnetismShock and Vibration Power Protection Devices Uninterruptible Power SupplySurge Protectors Line ConditionersRegulatory Notices FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class BIC Notice Canada Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyCE Notice Vcci Notices Japan Only Class 1 NoticeClass 2 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 Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. Only Warranties and Return PolicyCoverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada Only Coverage During Years Two and ThreeGeneral 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 UPSVDS VesaVGA Vlsi VramXMM XMS
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