SE440BX Motherboard Product Guide

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Error Messages

 

 

BIOS Beep Codes

57

 

BIOS Error Messages

57

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Regulatory and Integration Information

 

 

Regulatory Compliance

59

 

 

Product Certification Markings

60

 

Installation Precautions

60

 

Installation Instructions

60

 

 

Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

61

 

 

Ensure Host Computer and Accessory Module Certifications

61

 

 

Prevent Power Supply Overload

62

 

 

Place Battery Marking on the Computer

62

 

 

Use Only for Intended Applications

62

Figures

 

 

1.

Motherboard Components

8

 

2.

Back Panel I/O Connectors

9

 

3.

Mounting Screw Holes

18

 

4.

Installing the Processor Retention Mechanism

19

 

5.

Installing the Processor

20

 

6.

Installing the Heatsink Support Top Bar

21

 

7.

Location of the Configuration Jumper Block

21

 

8.

Removing the Heatsink Support Top Bar and the Processor

24

 

9.

Removing the Heatsink Support Retention Pins

25

 

10.

Placing the Heatsink Support Base Removal Tool on the Retention Pins

26

 

11.

Using the Heatsink Support Base Removal Tool

26

 

12.

Location of DIMM Sockets

28

 

13.

Installing a DIMM

29

 

14.

Replacing the Battery

31

 

15.

Motherboard Connectors

49

 

16.

Front Panel Connectors

53

Tables

 

 

 

1.

Jumper Settings for Setup Program Modes

33

 

2.

Setup Menu Bar

34

 

3.

Setup Function Keys

34

 

4.

Maintenance Menu

35

 

5.

Main Menu

35

 

6.

Advanced Menu

36

 

7.

Peripheral Configuration Submenu

37

 

8.

IDE Configuration

38

 

9.

IDE Configuration Submenus

39

 

10.

Floppy Options

40

 

11.

DMI Event Logging Submenu

40

 

12.

Video Configuration Submenu

40

 

13.

Resource Configuration Submenu

41

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Intel SE400BX manual Regulatory and Integration Information, SE440BX Motherboard Product Guide

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.