SyAM Software* Comprehensive Installation Guide for Management Software

Intel® Server Board S5000VSA

System Requirements

200-MB disk space

512-MB memory

A valid operating TCP/IP network adapter

A x86/x64 computer running a compatible operating system

A password set for the Administrator account on the system

Browser Requirements

Microsoft Internet Explorer* 6+ (Service Pack 1)

Mozilla* Firefox* (V1.0.x or above)

Installation and Configuration

Pre-Install Considerations

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing and configuring SyAM Software* Server Monitor on the Intel® Server Board S5000VSA and on a separate system, installing and configuring SyAM Software* Central Management* software on Microsoft* Windows* operating system platforms. Please remove any other hardware monitoring utilities installed because they may conflict with retrieving environmental data from the hardware. The following is required:

SyAM Software* Server Monitor Local or Agent must be installed on the Intel® Server Board S5000VSA

The SyAM Software* Central Manager software must be installed on a separate system. Multiple systems can be managed by browsing to this system.

The Central Manager system must have a static IP address because other managed systems will send data to this system.

Installation Instructions – Microsoft* Windows*

1)Download the required product versions

(http://syamsoftware.com/intel/downloads/downloads.php), double click the downloaded SyAM Software* executable and follow the install wizard instructions, or copy it from the SyAM Software* CD and choose the product version to install from the menu.

2)Choose the language of the user interface.

3)Choose the destination folder (this cannot contain any spaces in the name).

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Intel S5000VSA manual Installation and Configuration, Installation Instructions Microsoft* Windows, System Requirements

S5000VSA specifications

The Intel S5000VSA is a server motherboard that has been tailored to meet the needs of businesses requiring a reliable and scalable infrastructure. Designed for Intel's 5000 series of chipsets, this motherboard is notable for its standards in performance, flexibility, and management capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Intel S5000VSA is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. The flexibility to utilize various Xeon chips allows organizations to select the optimal processing power for their specific workloads, whether that be database management, virtualization, or heavy computation tasks. This capability is essential for providing the high levels of performance and responsiveness businesses demand in their server environments.

The motherboard supports up to 32GB of memory using DDR2 technology, with eight DIMM slots available for expansion. This memory capacity allows for significant multitasking and resource management, essential in data-heavy server applications. The board supports both ECC (Error-Correcting Code) and non-ECC memory, offering organizations options depending on their fault tolerance needs.

In terms of connectivity, the S5000VSA comes equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, providing ample options for expandability with various I/O cards or additional network interfaces. This is particularly important as businesses grow and require additional capabilities or higher performance networking solutions.

The Intel S5000VSA is also noted for its advanced management features. Integrated Remote Management capabilities enable IT administrators to monitor and manage the system from afar, enhancing both uptime and ease of maintenance. Support for Intel’s Active Management Technology (AMT) allows for greater control over the server and improves security by enabling remote management regardless of the operating system state.

Another important aspect of the S5000VSA is its built-in RAID controller that supports several RAID levels. This feature enhances data reliability and performance, allowing users to configure their storage systems according to their needs, whether they prioritize speed or redundancy.

In summary, the Intel S5000VSA is a robust server motherboard designed with scalability, performance, and management in mind. It supports dual Xeon processors, offers extensive memory options, and provides essential features such as RAID support and remote management. This makes it a suitable choice for data centers and enterprises looking for a competitive edge through advanced technology.