4.If the operating system normally loads from the hard disk drive, make sure there is no diskette in drive A and no CD-ROM disk in the CD-ROM drive.

5.If the power LED does light, attempt to boot from a floppy diskette or from a CD- ROM disk.

6.Turn on the system. If the power LED does not light, see “Power Light Does Not Light”.

Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights

As POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence of each mass storage device installed in the system. As each device is checked, its activity light should turn on briefly. Check for the following:

1.Does the diskette drive activity light turn on briefly? If not, see “Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light”.

2.If system LEDs are illuminated, see “LED Information” for a description of the light and steps to take to correct the problem.

Confirming Loading of the Operating System

Once the system boots up, the operating system prompt appears on the screen. The prompt varies according to the operating system. If the operating system prompt does not appear, see “No Characters Appear on Screen”.

Specific Problems and Corrective Actions

This section provides possible solutions for these specific problems:

1.Power light does not light.

2.No characters appear on screen.

3.Characters on the screen appear distorted or incorrect.

4.System cooling fans do not rotate.

5.Diskette drive activity light does not light.

6.Hard disk drive activity light does not light.

7.CD-ROM drive activity light does not light.

8.There are problems with application software.

9.The bootable CD-ROM is not detected.

Try the solutions below in the order given. If you cannot correct the problem, contact your service representative or authorized dealer for help.

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SR1475NH1-E, SE7230NH1-E specifications

The Intel SE7230NH1-E and SR1475NH1-E motherboards are pivotal components designed specifically for server and workstation environments, delivering exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability. These motherboards cater to the demands of enterprise-level applications, making them ideal for various computing needs, from database management to virtualization.

The Intel SE7230NH1-E is built on the Intel 5000P chipset, optimized to support dual Intel Xeon processors. This motherboard is engineered for businesses requiring substantial computational power, featuring up to 64GB of DDR2 memory support across eight DIMM slots. The integration of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory ensures enhanced data integrity and reliability, crucial for mission-critical applications.

On the other hand, the SR1475NH1-E motherboard offers a slightly different configuration while maintaining high performance. It supports the Intel Xeon 5100 and 5300 series processors, also featuring dual-socket capabilities for extensive workload management. With its advanced memory architecture, it provides support for DDR2 memory, boosting performance while ensuring fault tolerance through ECC support.

Both motherboards exhibit robust I/O capabilities, with multiple PCI Express slots and standard PCI slots, allowing extensive expansion options for network cards, RAID controllers, and other critical peripherals. Integrated SATA interfaces enable efficient storage solutions, facilitating hot-swappable drive capability, essential for maintaining uptime in server environments.

In terms of connectivity, the Intel SE7230NH1-E and SR1475NH1-E motherboards come equipped with Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing seamless network connectivity and redundancy. This feature is vital for organizations that require constant network access and reliable data transfer rates.

The thermal management solutions embedded within these motherboards are also noteworthy, featuring active and passive cooling designs that ensure stable operation under high workloads. This is particularly crucial in server environments where prolonged performance can lead to overheating, potentially affecting hardware longevity.

Moreover, these motherboards support technologies such as Intel Virtualization Technology, enhancing the ability to run multiple operating systems on a single platform, thus optimizing resource usage.

In summary, the Intel SE7230NH1-E and SR1475NH1-E motherboards stand out due to their combination of compatibility, expandability, and resilience. They are engineered to meet the extensive requirements of modern enterprise computing, making them valuable assets for businesses seeking reliable server solutions.