Intel® Server Board SE7501WV2 TPS

Appendix A: Glossary

Appendix A: Glossary

This appendix contains important terms used in the preceding chapters. For ease of use, numeric entries are listed first with alpha entries following. Acronyms are then entered in their respective place, with non-acronyms following.

 

Term

Definition

 

 

ACPI

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASIC

application specific integrated circuit

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

Basic input/output system

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIST

Built-in self test

 

 

 

 

 

 

BMC

Server Platform Management Controller

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bridge

Circuitry connecting one computer bus to another, allowing an agent on one to access the other.

 

 

 

 

 

 

BSP

Bootstrap processor

 

 

 

 

 

 

Byte

8-bit quantity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CMOS

In terms of this specification, this describes the PC-AT compatible region of battery-backed 128

 

 

 

bytes of memory, which normally resides on the server board.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EMP

Emergency management port.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EPS

External Product Specification

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRB

Fault resilient booting

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRU

Field replaceable unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

GB

1024 MB.

 

 

 

 

 

 

GPIO

General purpose I/O

 

 

 

 

 

 

HI

Hub Interface

 

 

Hz

Hertz (1 cycle/second)

 

 

I2C

Inter-integrated circuit bus

 

 

IA

Intel® architecture

 

 

ICH3-S

I/O Controller Hub 3 - Server

 

 

ICMB

Intelligent Chassis Management Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

IERR

Internal error

 

 

 

 

 

 

IP

Internet Protocol

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPMB

Intelligent Platform Management Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPMI

Intelligent Platform Management Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISC

Intel Server Control

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISM

Intel Server Management

 

 

 

 

 

 

ITP

In-target probe

 

 

 

 

 

 

KB

1024 bytes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

LAN

Local area network

 

 

 

 

 

 

LCD

Liquid crystal display

 

 

 

 

 

 

LPC

Low pin count

 

 

 

 

 

 

MB

1024 KB

 

 

 

 

 

 

MCH

Memory Controller Hub

 

 

 

 

 

 

MROMB

Modular RAID on base board

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ms

milliseconds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SE7501WV2 specifications

The Intel SE7501WV2 is a versatile server motherboard designed to meet the demanding needs of modern computing environments. Engineered with a focus on performance, reliability, and flexibility, this motherboard is tailored for a range of applications, from entry-level servers to high-performance computing tasks.

One of the main features of the SE7501WV2 is its support for Intel's Xeon processors, specifically those based on the Netburst architecture. This compatibility allows for powerful multi-threaded processing capabilities, making it ideal for businesses seeking to optimize their server performance. The motherboard supports dual CPU configurations, enabling up to two processors to work simultaneously, thereby increasing computational power and efficiency.

The motherboard incorporates Intel's advanced server management technologies such as Intel Active Monitoring Technology, which helps in monitoring system health and optimizing power usage. Additionally, it features Intel's I/O Acceleration Technology, which enhances data throughput and reduces latencies, ensuring that applications run smoothly and efficiently.

Another significant characteristic of the SE7501WV2 is the memory capacity it offers. With support for up to 16 GB of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) DDR SDRAM, the motherboard helps in maintaining system stability during high workloads. The ECC memory not only prevents data corruption but also significantly enhances the reliability of mission-critical applications.

For connectivity, the SE7501WV2 comes equipped with multiple PCI-X slots, enabling the addition of various expansion cards for network, storage, and graphic capabilities. This expandability is crucial for enterprises that need to adapt their server architecture to evolving workloads.

Moreover, the SE7501WV2 features integrated high-performance RAID support, improving data redundancy and performance. This feature is essential for organizations that prioritize data security and require robust backup solutions.

In terms of power management, the motherboard supports advanced power features that help reduce operational costs while maximizing performance. The design ensures efficient power consumption, allowing it to run cooler and quieter, which is particularly beneficial for noisy data center environments.

In conclusion, the Intel SE7501WV2 motherboard is designed for those who require robust performance, reliability, and flexibility in server applications. With its support for dual Xeon processors, extensive memory capabilities, advanced management technologies, and expandability, it stands out as a solid solution for many enterprise-level computing needs.