TAG SV-2000-X2 manual TAG Approved Bios, Common Bios Settings

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6.7TAG Approved BIOS

The BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program stored on the CMOS that the Server's microprocessor uses to get the system started after you turn it on. The BIOS also manages data flow between the computer's operating system and attached devices such as the hard disk, video adapter, keyboard, and mouse.

CAUTION: The BIOS installed on your Server was loaded and tested with all the devices initially installed in your system. If you desire to have the BIOS updated, consult TAG technical support in advance as updates to your approved BIOS may cause your system to become unstable or inoperable.

6.7.1 Common BIOS Settings

Printer Parallel Port-Uni., Bi-directional, Disable, Enable, ECP, EPP

6.7.1.1Printer Parallel Port Uni. Bi-Directional, Disable, Enable, ECP, EPP.

Settings in the CMOS enable you to configure a parallel port to use Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) or Enhanced Parallel Port (ECP). ECP. EPP and ECP are bi-directional standards, operate in 8-bit, and allow data transfer speed of approximately 2 MB/s. Some of the main differences are that ECP supports Direct Memory Access (DMA) and data compression, which enables higher transfer rates.

It is also possible to completely disable the parallel port in the BIOS. Most BIOS' allow you to set the DMA channel, when the port mode is set to ECP.

6.7.1.2 Com / Serial Port

	Most personal computers have two serial ports.
	In the BIOS you can assign
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