Tyan Computer S1854 manual Power Management, Power Saving Function, PM Control by APM

Models: S1854

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Chapter 3

BIOS Configuration

Setting Option

BIOS Default

Setup Default

VGA

 

OFF

OFF

LPT & COM

LPT / COM

LPT / COM

HDD & FDD

ON

ON

 

 

 

DMA/master

OFF

OFF

Modem Ring Resume

Disabled

Disabled

 

 

 

RTC Alarm Resume

Disabled

Disabled

Wake Up on LAN

Disabled

Disabled

 

 

 

Primary INTR

ON

ON

IRQ3 (COM2)

Primary

Primary

IRQ4 (COM1)

Primary

Primary

 

 

 

 

IRQ5

(Free)

Primary

Primary

IRQ6

(Floppy Disk)

Primary

Primary

 

 

 

IRQ7 (LPT1)

Primary

Primary

IRQ8 (RTC Alarm)

Disabled

Disabled

 

 

 

IRQ9 (Free)

Secondary

Secondary

IRQ10 (Free)

Secondary

Secondary

IRQ11 (Free)

Secondary

Secondary

 

 

 

IRQ12 (PS/2 Mouse)

Primary

Primary

IRQ13 (Coprocessor)

Disabled

Primary

 

 

 

IRQ14 (Primary IDE)

Primary

Primary

IRQ15 (Secondary IDE)

Disabled

Disabled

 

 

 

 

Power Management

This option allows you to select the type (or degree) of power saving for Doze, Standby, and Suspend modes. See the section PM Timers for a brief descrip- tion of each mode. This table describes each power management mode:

Max saving

Maximum power savings. Only available for SL CPUs.

Inactivity period is 1 minute in each mode.

 

 

 

User Define

Set each mode individually. Select time-out periods in the PM

Timers section, following.

 

 

 

Min Saving

Minimum power savings. Inactivity period is 1 hour in each

mode (except the hard drive).

 

 

 

Power Saving Function

This function allows your system to reduce power consumption when it is idle.

PM Control by APM

If Advanced Power Management (APM) is installed on your system, selecting Yes gives better power savings.

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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.