Using the Setup Program

Advanced Menu

This menu is for setting advanced features that are available through the chipset.

Table 6.

Advanced Menu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feature

 

Options

 

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plug & Play O/S

No (default)

 

Specifies if a Plug and Play operating system is being

 

 

Yes

 

used.

 

 

 

 

 

No lets the BIOS configure all devices.

 

 

 

 

 

Yes lets the operating system configure Plug and Play

 

 

 

 

 

devices. Not required with a Plug and Play operating

 

 

 

 

 

system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reset Configuration Data

No (default)

 

Clears the BIOS configuration data on the next boot.

 

 

Yes

 

 

 

Numlock

 

Auto (default)

 

Specifies the power on state of the Num Lock feature

 

 

On

 

on the numeric keypad of the keyboard.

 

 

Off

 

 

 

Peripheral Configuration

No options

 

Configures peripheral ports and devices. When

 

 

 

 

 

selected, displays the Peripheral Configuration

 

 

 

 

 

submenu.

 

 

 

 

 

IDE Configuration

No options

 

Specifies type of connected IDE device.

 

 

 

 

 

Floppy Configuration

No options

 

When selected, displays the Floppy Options

 

 

 

 

 

submenu.

 

 

 

 

 

DMI Events Logging

No options

 

Configures DMI Events Logging. When selected,

 

 

 

 

 

displays the DMI Events Logging submenu.

 

 

 

 

 

Video Configuration

No options

 

Configures video features. When selected, displays

 

 

 

 

 

the Video Configuration submenu.

 

 

 

 

 

Resource Configuration

No options

 

Configures memory blocks and IRQs for legacy ISA

 

 

 

 

 

devices. When selected, displays the Resource

 

 

 

 

 

Configuration submenu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel Motherboard, SE400BX manual Advanced Menu, No default, Auto default

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.