Upgrading the BIOS

10.On the jumper block (J8A1), move the jumper back to pins 1-2 as shown below to set normal mode for Setup.

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11.Leave the upgrade diskette in drive A, replace the computer cover, and connect the computer’s power cord.

12.Turn on the computer and continue with the BIOS upgrade (see page 46).

Changing the BIOS Language

You can use the BIOS upgrade utility to change the language the BIOS uses for messages and the Setup program. Use a bootable diskette containing the Intel Flash Memory Update Utility and language files (see “Upgrading the BIOS” on page 46).

1.Boot the computer with the bootable diskette in drive A. The BIOS upgrade utility screen appears.

2.Select Update Flash Memory From a File.

3.Select Update Language Set. Press <Enter>.

4.Select drive A and use the arrow keys to select the correct .lng file. Press <Enter>.

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

select Continue with Programming. Press <Enter>.

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

<Enter>.

7. The computer will reboot and the changes will take effect.

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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.

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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.

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