Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility

Boot Sequence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XHard Disk Boot Priority

[Press Enter]

 

Item Help

 

First Boot Device

 

[Floppy]

 

_____________________

 

Second Boot Device

 

[Hard Disk]

 

 

 

Third Boot Device

 

[LS120]

 

Menu Level XX

 

Boot Other Device

 

[Enabled]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select Your Boot

 

 

 

 

 

 

Device Priority

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

↑↓←→

: Move Enter: Select

+/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save

ESC: Exit F1: General Help

 

F5: Previous Values

F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

F7: Optimized Defaults

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Set the boot priority of the system. For example in the figure shown above, the First Boot Device is set to Floppy, the Sec- ond Boot Device to Hard Disk and the third Boot Device to LS120 drive.

The BIOS searches the Floppy Drive, Hard Disk and the LS120 drive in that order, looking for an Operating System to load.

Bootup NumLock Status

This option, when enabled, automatically turns on your Num- Lock key when the system is booted. This is a matter of per- sonal taste.The choices are:

On/Off

Gate A20 Option

This feature determines how Gate A20 is used to address memory above 1MB. When this option is set to Fast, the motherboard chipset controls the operation of Gate A20. But when set to Normal, a pin in the keyboard controller controls Gate A20. Setting Gate A20 to Fast improves memory access speed and thus, overall system speed, especially with OS/2 and Windows.

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Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 manual Bootup NumLock Status, Gate A20 Option, Phoenix AwardBIOS Cmos Setup Utility Boot Sequence

GX21, B5102 specifications

The Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 is a cutting-edge server motherboard designed to cater to the needs of performance-intensive applications. Built with the latest technologies, it represents the fusion of processing power, reliability, and flexibility, making it an ideal choice for businesses and data centers.

One of the standout features of the B5102, GX21 motherboard is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. This capability enables it to handle heavy computational tasks and offers remarkable scalability. The motherboard supports various Intel Xeon Scalable processors, which incorporate features like advanced security and memory management, ensuring that users can effectively manage their workloads while maintaining efficiency.

In terms of memory, the Tyan B5102, GX21 supports up to 2TB of DDR4 memory across its 16 DIMM slots. This substantial memory capacity allows for high-performance computing and data processing, making it suitable for applications ranging from virtualization to big data analytics. The motherboard also supports memory speeds of up to 3200MHz, ensuring rapid data access and improved performance in memory-intensive tasks.

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The motherboard also prioritizes connectivity and manageability. Built-in dual Gigabit Ethernet ports enable efficient networking, while dedicated management interfaces allow for remote monitoring and control, making it easier for IT departments to maintain and manage server workloads.

In conclusion, the Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 is a robust motherboard that stands out for its powerful processor support, extensive memory capabilities, and ample connectivity options. It is a versatile and reliable platform suitable for various high-performance applications, making it an excellent choice for modern data center environments.