Choices or

 

 

Feature

Display Only

Description

Your Setting

 

 

 

 

Power Switch

Masked

Determines whether power switch

 

Mask

Unmasked

is masked or unmasked. Selecting

 

 

 

"Masked" disables power-off with

 

 

 

the power switch after the

 

 

 

operating system is started

 

 

 

(including shutdown by pressing

 

 

 

the Power switch for at least 4

 

 

 

seconds.)

 

 

 

 

 

Option ROM

Unmasked

Determines whether Option ROM

 

Menu Mask

Masked

Menu Mask is masked or

 

 

 

unmasked.

 

 

 

 

 

Processor Serial

Disabled

Determines whether Processor

 

Number

Enabled

Serial Number feature is enabled

 

 

 

or disabled.

 

 

 

 

 

Secure Mode Menu

The Secure Mode is used to restrict access from unauthorized users. In the Secure Mode, the Power switch, Sleep switch, Dump switch, keyboard and mouse are disabled. The lamps on the keyboard flash in order from the ScrollLock lamp, the CapsLock lamp, and the NumLock lamp. To resume server operation in the normal state from the Secure Mode, enter the user password from the keyboard and press Enter key.

 

Choices or

 

 

Feature

Display Only

Description

Your Setting

 

 

 

 

Secure Mode

Disabled

Select a time period to place

 

Timer

1 min

the server in the Secure Mode

 

 

2 min

after the last keyboard or

 

 

5 min

mouse input.

 

 

10 min

 

 

 

30 min

 

 

 

1 hr

 

 

 

2 hr

 

 

 

 

 

 

Secure Mode

Disabled

Disable or enables Secure

 

Hotkey

Enabled

Mode with a key entry.

 

 

 

 

 

Ctrl+Alt+

Any key

Specify the key to be used for

 

 

 

starting the Secure Mode.

 

 

 

Must press the specified key

 

 

 

while holding down both the

 

 

 

Ctrl and Alt keys in order to

 

 

 

begin Secure Mode.

 

 

 

Starting Secure Mode with a

 

 

 

key entry is only valid when

 

 

 

Secure Mode Hotkey is

 

 

 

enabled.

 

 

 

 

 

Secure Mode Boot

Disabled

Select whether or not to place

 

 

Enabled

the server in the Secure Mode

 

 

 

at start-up.

 

 

 

 

 

Floppy Write

Disabled

Select whether to allow or

 

Protect

Enabled

prohibit writing to the floppy

 

 

 

diskette when the server is in

 

 

 

Secure Mode.

 

 

 

 

 

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NEC 5800/180Ra-7 manual Secure Mode Menu, Unmasked

5800/180Ra-7 specifications

The NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is a high-performance server model that represents a significant advancement in the realm of enterprise computing. Launched by NEC, a renowned leader in information technology, this server is designed for critical business applications and is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers.

At the heart of the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is its powerful computing architecture. It is equipped with a robust processor that offers multiple cores and threads, allowing for efficient multitasking and enhanced processing capabilities. This makes it suitable for heavy workloads, including database management, cloud computing, and virtualization services. The server's architecture ensures low latency and high throughput, enhancing the performance of applications running on it.

One of the standout features of the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is its scalability. It supports a variety of configurations, enabling businesses to expand their resources as needed. This scalability is crucial for organizations that experience fluctuating demands or are in a growth phase, as it allows for easy upgrades without the need for a complete system overhaul.

In terms of memory and storage, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 comes with a flexible architecture that supports large amounts of RAM and multiple storage options, including SSDs and HDDs. This flexibility ensures that businesses can tailor their server’s memory and storage capacities to fit specific applications and workloads, leading to better performance and faster data access times.

The server also includes advanced redundancy features to ensure high availability. With multiple power supplies, cooling systems, and RAID configurations, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 minimizes downtime and ensures continuous operation, which is critical for mission-critical applications.

NEC has also integrated smart energy management technology into the 5800/180Ra-7. This technology helps reduce power consumption while maintaining optimal performance levels, making it a more environmentally friendly choice for data centers.

Furthermore, the server is built with security in mind. It includes various security features such as secure boot, TPM (Trusted Platform Module), and hardware-based encryption to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

In summary, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 offers a combination of performance, scalability, energy efficiency, and security. With its advanced features and technologies, it serves as an ideal solution for enterprises looking to enhance their computing capabilities in today’s data-driven landscape. Its design caters to the evolving needs of businesses, making it a reliable choice for diverse applications across various industries.