BMC
(Baseboard Management Controller) Contains all of the server management functions. One major function of the BMC is to monitor system management events and log their occurrence in the System Event Log (SEL).
boot
The process of loading the operating system into memory.
bps
(bits per second) The number of bits transferred in one second during serial communication, such as modem transmission.
bus
An electronic circuit within a computer used for transmitting data or electrical power from one device to another.
byte
A group of eight bits.
C
cache memory
A very fast, limited portion of RAM set aside for temporary storage of data for direct access by the microprocessor.
(Compact Disk ROM drive) A type of mass storage device that reads information from a compact disk.
Centronics port
An industry standard parallel port. See also parallel port.
CGA
(Color Graphics Adapter) A type of video display system that provides low- resolution text and graphics on TTL monochrome and color monitors.
clock
Electronic timer used to synchronize computer operations.
CMOS
(Complimentary
cold boot
Process of starting up the computer by turning on the power. If power is already on, the process means to turn off the computer and turn it on again. A cold boot reinitializes all devices.
