Sun Microsystems F815D/V manual Boot Up Floppy Seek, Boot Up NumLock Status, Gate A20 Option

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Award BIOS Setup

Boot Up Floppy Seek:

Seeks disk drives during boot up. Disabling speeds boot up. The choice: Enabled, Disabled.

Boot Up NumLock Status:

Select power on state for NumLock.

The choice: On, Off

Gate A20 Option:

Select if chipset or keyboard controller should control GateA20. Normal---A pin in the keyboard controller controls GateA20 Fast---Lets chipset control GateA20

Typematic Rate Setting:

Keystrokes repeat at a rate determined by the keyboard controller. When enabled, the typematic rate and typematic delay can be selected.

The choice: Enabled, Disabled.

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec):

Sets the number of times a second to repeat a keystroke when you hold the key down.

The choice: 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24 and 30.

Typematic Delay (Msec):

Sets the delay time after the key is held down before it begins to repeat the keystroke.

The choice: 250, 500, 750 and 1000.

Security Option:

Select whether the password is required every time the system boots or only when you enter setup.

System---The system will not boot and access to Setup will be denied if

the correct password is not entered at the prompt. Setup---The system will boot, but access to Setup will be denied if the

correct password is not entered at the prompt.

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Sun Microsystems F815D/V manual Boot Up Floppy Seek, Boot Up NumLock Status, Gate A20 Option, Typematic Rate Setting

F815D, F815D/V specifications

Sun Microsystems F815D and F815D/V are high-performance workstation graphics cards designed to deliver exceptional graphical capabilities for demanding applications. Initially released as part of Sun's high-end workstation offerings, these graphics cards catered specifically to users in fields such as engineering, scientific research, and computer-aided design (CAD).

One of the key features of the F815D is its advanced 3D graphics capabilities. The architecture is based on the powerful Creator 3D technology, which enables realistic rendering of complex three-dimensional graphics. This makes the F815D particularly suitable for applications that require high precision and detail. The graphics card can handle extensive textures and polygons, making it ideal for multimedia content creation or high-end visual simulations.

The F815D/V variant is an enhanced version of the original F815D and supports additional features such as improved color depth and enhanced video playback capabilities. This variant caters to users who require exceptional visual fidelity and higher frame rates, particularly in video editing and graphic-intensive tasks.

Another notable characteristic of the F815D series is its multi-display support. Users can connect multiple monitors to the workstation, allowing for immersive workflows and improved productivity. This feature is especially beneficial for professionals who rely on extensive data analysis or those who need to visualize complex information across several screens simultaneously.

The F815D and F815D/V are also equipped with advanced rendering technologies, such as texture mapping and anti-aliasing, which contribute to smoother visuals and eliminate jagged edges in graphics. The inclusion of hardware-accelerated rendering capabilities ensures that the workstation can handle real-time graphics processing, which is crucial for interactive applications and high-resolution gaming.

In addition to its strong graphical capabilities, the F815D series maintains compatibility with Solaris and other UNIX-based operating systems, making it a preferred choice among enterprise users. This compatibility allows organizations to build robust server and workstation environments while leveraging the power of the F815D graphics technology.

Overall, Sun Microsystems F815D and F815D/V graphics cards represent a significant leap in workstation graphics technology. With their combination of advanced rendering capabilities, multi-display support, and robustness, they continue to play a vital role in high-performance computing environments. They are well-suited for anyone looking to push the boundaries of graphical performance in their professional computing tasks.