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Intel® Server Board SE7501WV2 TPS

Note: The recovery BIOS requires a 1.44 MB media in a 1.44 MB floppy drive or LS-120 drive.

6.11 Universal Serial Bus (USB)

The SE7501WV2 server BIOS supports USB keyboard, mouse and boot devices. The SE7501WV2 server platform contains two USB host controllers. Each host controller includes the root hub and two USB ports. During POST, the BIOS initializes and configures the root hub ports and looks for a keyboard, mouse, boot device, and the USB hub and enables them.

The BIOS implements legacy USB keyboard support. USB legacy support in BIOS translates commands that are sent to the PS/2 devices into the commands that USB devices can understand. It also makes the USB keystrokes and the USB mouse movements appear as if they originated from the standard PS/2 devices.

6.12 BIOS Supported Server Management Features

The SE7501WV2 server BIOS supports many standards-based server management features and several proprietary features. The Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is an industry standard that defines standardized abstracted interfaces to platform management hardware. The SE7501WV2 server BIOS supports version 1.5 of the IPMI specification. The BIOS also implements many proprietary features that are allowed by the IPMI specification, but which are outside of the scope of the IPMI specification.

This section describes the implementation of the standard and proprietary features, including console redirection, the Emergency Management Port (EMP), Service Partition boot, Direct Platform Control over the serial port, and Platform Event Paging and Filtering. The BIOS owns console redirection over a serial port, but plays only a minimal role in Platform Event Paging and Filtering.

6.12.1IPMI

The term intelligent platform management refers to the autonomous monitoring and recovery features that are implemented in platform hardware and firmware. Platform management functions such as inventory, the event log, monitoring and reporting system health, etc., are available in a powered down state and without help from the host processors. The Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) and other controllers perform these tasks independent of the server processor. The BIOS interacts with the platform management controllers through standard interfaces.

The BIOS is responsible for opening the system interface to the BMC early in the POST. This may involve enabling chip selects, decode, etc.

The BIOS also logs system events and POST error codes during system operation. The BIOS logs a boot event to the BMC early in POST. These events follow the IPMI specification. The IPMI specification version 1.5 requires the use of all but two bytes in each event log entry, called Event Data 2 and Event Data 3. An event generator can specify that these bytes contain OEM-specified values.

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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.
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