Chapter 3

BIOS Configuration

ROM PCI/ISA BIOS (TYAN1854)

BIOS FEATURES SETUP

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Virus Warning

: Disabled

CPU Internal Cache

: Enabled

External Cache

: Enabled

CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking

: Enabled

Quick Power On Self Test

: Enabled

Boot Sequence

: A, C, SCSI

Swap floppy Drive

: Disabled

Boot Up Floppy Seek

: Enabled

Boot Up NumLock Status

: On

IDE HDD Block Mode

: Disabled

Gate A20 Option

: Fast

Typematic Rate Setting

: Disabled

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

: 6

Typematic Delay (Msec)

: 250

Security Option

: Setup

PCI/VGA Palette Snoop

: Disabled

OS Select For DRAM > 64MB

: Non-OS2

Report No FDD For WIN 95

: Yes

Video BIOS Shadow : Enabled

C8000-CBFFF Shadow : Disabled

CC000-CFFFF Shadow : Disabled

D0000-D3FFF Shadow : Disabled

D4000-D7FFF Shadow : Disabled

D8000-DBFFF Shadow : Disabled

DC000-DFFFF Shadow : Disabled

ESC : Quit −↓ →← : Select Item

F1 : Help PU/PD/+/- : Modify

F5 : Old Values (Shift)F2 : Color

F6 : Load BIOS Defaults

F7 : Load Setup Defaults

BIOS Feature Setup - Default Settings Chart

Setting Option

BIOS Default

Setup Default

Virus Warning

CPU Internal Cache

External Cache

CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking

Quick Pow er On Self Test

Boot Sequence

Sw ap Floppy Drive

Boot Up Floppy Seek

Boot Up NumLock Status

IDE HDD Block Mode

Gate A20 Option

Typematic Rate Setting

Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)

Typematic Delay (Msec)

Security Option

PCI / VGA Palette Snoop

OS Select For DRAM > 64MB

Report No FDD for WIin95

Video BIOS Shadow

C8000-CBFFF Shadow

CC000-CFFFF Shadow

Disabled

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

A,C, SCSI

Disabled

Enabled

On

Disabled

Normal

Disabled

6

250

Setup

Disabled

Non-OS2

No

Enabled

Disabled

Disabled

Disabled

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

A,C, SCSI

Disabled

Enabled

On

Enabled

Fast

Disabled

6

250

Setup

Disabled

Non-OS2

Yes

Enabled

Disabled

Disabled

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Tyan Computer S1854 manual Bios Feature Setup Default Settings Chart, Setting Option Bios Default Setup Default

S1854 specifications

The Tyan Computer S1854 is a powerful motherboard designed specifically for demanding server and workstation applications. As a part of Tyan's extensive lineup, the S1854 stands out for its balance of performance, reliability, and expandability, making it an attractive option for businesses and professionals requiring robust computational capabilities.

One of the key features of the S1854 is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. This design allows users to harness the power of up to 16 cores, which is essential for high-performance tasks such as virtualization, scientific simulations, and large data processing. The motherboard supports Intel's latest Xeon E5-2600 series CPUs, providing cutting-edge performance along with advanced features like Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading.

The Tyan S1854 is built on the Intel C602 chipset, further enhancing its capabilities. The chipset offers reliable data transfers, increased memory bandwidth, and improved power management features. With support for up to 512 GB of ECC DDR3 memory across eight DIMM slots, the motherboard ensures data integrity and stability, which are critical for mission-critical applications.

Another important characteristic is the array of expansion options provided by the S1854. The motherboard includes multiple PCI Express slots, allowing for the installation of high-speed network cards, storage controllers, and GPU accelerators. This flexibility is essential for businesses that require customized configurations to meet their specific workload demands.

In terms of storage, the S1854 features an impressive variety of connectivity options, including six SATA III ports for standard hard drives and SSDs, as well as support for RAID configurations. This capability ensures data redundancy and improved performance, which are vital for server environments.

The S1854 is also designed with energy efficiency in mind. Tyan employs advanced thermal management technologies, including strategically placed heatsinks and fan headers, to ensure optimal cooling in even the most demanding conditions. This design reduces overall power consumption, leading to cost savings in operational budgets.

Overall, the Tyan Computer S1854 delivers a blend of performance, scalability, and reliability. Its support for dual Xeon processors, high-capacity ECC memory, extensive expansion capabilities, and energy-efficient design make it an ideal choice for businesses and professionals seeking a robust foundation for their computing needs. Whether in data centers or high-performance workstations, the S1854 is engineered to excel.