MSi Server MS 9246 User Manual
MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server  
English Version  
G52-S9246X1  
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Copyright Notice  
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR  
INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no  
guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under  
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.  
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Revision History  
Revision  
Revision History  
Date  
V1.0  
First release  
July 2004  
Technical Support  
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s  
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively,  
please try the following help resources for further guidance.  
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,  
and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/  
faq/esc_faq_list.php  
Contact our technical staff at: [email protected]  
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Safety Instructions  
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.  
2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.  
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.  
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.  
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equip-  
ment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.  
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V be-  
fore connecting the equipment to the power inlet.  
7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place  
anything over the power cord.  
8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.  
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.  
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical  
shock.  
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service  
personnel:  
h The power cord or plug is damaged.  
h Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.  
h The equipment has been exposed to moisture.  
h The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to  
User’s Manual.  
h The equipment has dropped and damaged.  
h The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.  
12. DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTUNCONDITIONED,STOR-  
AGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.  
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the  
manufacturer.  
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CONTENTS  
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement .......................................................... ii  
Copyright Notice ........................................................................................................... iii  
Trademarks.................................................................................................................... iii  
Revision History ............................................................................................................ iii  
Technical Support .......................................................................................................... iii  
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................ v  
Chapter 1. Getting Started .................................................................................... 1-1  
Packing Checklist ................................................................................................ 1-2  
System Overview............................................................................................... 1-4  
Top View ..................................................................................................... 1-4  
Front View .................................................................................................. 1-4  
Front Bezel .................................................................................................. 1-4  
Rear Bezel................................................................................................. 1-10  
Rear View ................................................................................................. 1-10  
System Specifications ...................................................................................... 1-12  
Mainboard Layout ............................................................................................. 1-16  
MSI Special Features ........................................................................................ 1-17  
PC Alert™ III .............................................................................................. 1-17  
Chapter 2. System Hardware............................................................................... 2-1  
System Assembly Flowchart ............................................................................. 2-2  
System Assembly............................................................................................... 2-4  
Removing the Chassis Cover ..................................................................... 2-4  
Replacing the Chassis Cover ..................................................................... 2-5  
CPU, Heatsink, and Fan Duct ...................................................................... 2-6  
Memory Bus Features ................................................................................ 2-8  
DDR Memory ............................................................................................... 2-8  
Memory Population Rules ............................................................................ 2-9  
PCI Expansion Card................................................................................... 2-10  
PCI Riser Card (Optional) .......................................................................... 2-12  
SCSIHDD ................................................................................................... 2-13  
Rack Mounting .................................................................................................. 2-17  
Chassis Ears ............................................................................................ 2-17  
Chassis Rails ........................................................................................... 2-18  
Rack Rails.................................................................................................. 2-20  
Cable Arm (Optional) ................................................................................ 2-21  
Chassis into the Rack ............................................................................... 2-23  
Chassis off the Rack ................................................................................ 2-24  
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Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware ......................................................................... 3-1  
Quick Components Guide ................................................................................... 3-2  
Central Processing Unit: CPU ............................................................................. 3-3  
CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604 .............................................. 3-4  
Memory ............................................................................................................... 3-5  
Memory Bus Features ................................................................................ 3-5  
Memory Population Rules ............................................................................ 3-6  
Installing DDR Modules ................................................................................ 3-7  
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix ................................................... 3-7  
Power Supply ..................................................................................................... 3-8  
SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 ........................................................ 3-8  
Connectors ......................................................................................................... 3-9  
Front USB Connector: USB1....................................................................... 3-9  
Serial ATA RAID 0, 1 Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 (Optional) ................. 3-10  
Ultra320 SCSI Connectors: SCSI1/SCSI2 (Optional) ................................ 3-11  
IPMB Power Connector: CN4 .................................................................... 3-12  
5-pin IPMB Connector: CN3....................................................................... 3-12  
Serial Port Connector: COM 2 ................................................................... 3-12  
Jumpers ............................................................................................................ 3-13  
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 ..................................................................... 3-13  
BIOS Recovery Jumper: CN6.................................................................... 3-14  
Clear BIOS Password Jumper: J7 ............................................................ 3-14  
Clear Event Log Jumper: J8 ...................................................................... 3-14  
Slots .................................................................................................................. 3-15  
SO DIMM (Small Outline DIMM) .................................................................. 3-15  
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots ....................................... 3-15  
Chapter 4. BIOS Setup ........................................................................................... 4-1  
Entering Setup .................................................................................................... 4-2  
Control Keys ............................................................................................... 4-2  
Getting Help ................................................................................................. 4-3  
General Help <F1> ...................................................................................... 4-3  
The Menu Bar ..................................................................................................... 4-4  
Main ..................................................................................................................... 4-6  
System Summary ................................................................................................ 4-8  
Advanced ........................................................................................................... 4-9  
IPMI (Optional) ................................................................................................... 4-16  
Security ............................................................................................................. 4-19  
Boot ................................................................................................................... 4-21  
Exit..................................................................................................................... 4-22  
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Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional) .......................................................... A-1  
Entering SCSI BIOS ............................................................................................ A-2  
Control Keys .............................................................................................. A-2  
Selecting the SCSI Channel ....................................................................... A-2  
Selecting the Management Type ................................................................ A-2  
Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings.......................................................... A-4  
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions .................................................................. A-4  
Additional Options ...................................................................................... A-5  
BIOS Information ........................................................................................ A-8  
Disk Utilities ........................................................................................................ A-9  
Appendix B: Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R (Optional) ............... B-1  
Introduction ........................................................................................................ B-2  
1. Overview ............................................................................................... B-2  
2. Operating System Compatibility ............................................................. B-2  
3. Storage Requirements ........................................................................... B-2  
4. Features ................................................................................................. B-2  
5. Storage Management Software Overview ........................................... B-2  
Installing the Driver ............................................................................................ B-4  
1. Installing the Driver in a New Windows System ................................... B-4  
2. Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows System ............................ B-5  
3. Installing Red Hat Linux 7.3 or 8.0 ......................................................... B-5  
4. Installing SuSE Linux 8.0 or 8.1 ............................................................. B-6  
Installing Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition ................................... B-7  
1. Overview ............................................................................................... B-7  
2. Supported Browsers ............................................................................. B-7  
3. Typical, Custom, and Compact Installations .......................................... B-7  
4. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Windows ............................... B-8  
5. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Linux ..................................... B-11  
Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition ..................................... B-12  
1. Overview ............................................................................................. B-12  
2. Architecture Overview........................................................................ B-13  
3. Logging In ............................................................................................. B-13  
4. Installing a Security Certificate ............................................................ B-14  
5. Registering Your Software.................................................................. B-14  
6. The Basics ........................................................................................... B-15  
Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility .................................................................. B-19  
1. Using the Array Configuration Utility ................................................... B-19  
2. Using the Disk Utilities .......................................................................... B-22  
Glossary .......................................................................................................... B-23  
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Chpter 1. Getting  
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Getting Started  
The MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server is a high-performance  
barebone system powered by dual Intel® XeonTM processors,  
Lindenhurst MCH, ICH5R/PXH PCI Bridges, and NS PC87366-ICK/VLA  
I/O Bridge. With high scalability, reliability, ease of use, and overall  
value, the MS-9246 makes an ideal choice for value conscious  
customers.  
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Packing Checklist  
Unpack the package and check if all items listed below are present. If any item  
contained in the package is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer for  
replacement. In addition, keep the box and packing materials for possible future use.  
Your MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Barebone package should contain the  
following items:  
MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server  
(includes a mainboard, an SSI EPS 1U Power  
Supply and a Fan Duct )  
User’s Guide  
Server Driver CD  
Heatsink  
Y-type PS/2 Converter  
1-2  
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Ear Set  
Rail Set  
Power Supply Options  
Single Power  
1 + 1 Redundant Power  
1 Redundant Power  
1-3  
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System Overview  
This section shows the configuration of the MS-9246 from different angles,  
and the connectors and buttons on the front and back panel.  
Top View  
7
8
6
5
4
2
3
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
HDD Tray  
Slim CD-ROM Drive  
Slim Floppy Disk Drive  
Axial Fan Module (redundant)  
Fan Duct  
Memory DIMM Slots  
PCI Riser Card Bracket  
SSI EPS 1U Power Supply  
1-4  
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Front View  
2
1
3
Front Bezel  
8
9
6
7
5
4
10  
11  
13  
12  
CD-ROM Drive  
1
Slim CD-ROM Drive  
Floppy Disk Drive  
2
Slim Floppy Disk Drive  
HDD Bay  
3
Swappable Hard Disk Drive Bays  
Port  
4
5
Serial Port  
USB Ports  
1-5  
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LED  
6
Power LED  
This indicator shows the power status of the system. It glows when the main  
power is turned on.  
7
HDD Activity LED  
This indicator shows the activity status of the hard disk drive. It flashes when  
the system is accessing data on the hard disk and remains off when no disk  
activity is detected.  
8
Status LEDs of LAN# 1/2  
1. The green LED is on when there is an active connection on the LAN port.  
2. This LED flashes when transmitting or receiving activities to or from the  
system are detected.  
9
System ID LED  
10  
System Status LED  
Button  
11  
12  
NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt) Switch  
Power Button  
Press this button once to shut down the system, and then once to switch on.  
13  
System ID Button  
1-6  
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Front Bezel LEDs  
Color  
LED  
State  
Description  
Legacy power on/ACPI S0 state  
Power/Sleep  
Green  
On  
Blink (~1/sec) Sleep/ACPI S1 state  
Off  
Off  
Blink  
Off  
On  
Power off/ACPI S4, S5 state  
HDD Activity  
Green  
Off  
HDD accesss activity  
No disk activity  
LAN1/LAN2 Activity  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Amber  
LAN link  
Blink  
On  
LAN access activity  
Running/normal operation  
System Status  
w/ BMC  
On  
Critical or non-recoverable  
condition  
Amber  
Off  
Blink  
Off  
On  
Non-critical condition  
POST/system stop  
Running/normal operation  
Fan failure  
System Status  
Green  
Amber  
Off  
w/o BMC  
On  
Off  
On  
POST/system stop  
System ID  
Blue  
Identify active via command  
or button  
Off  
Off  
On  
No identification  
Swappable HDD  
Power  
Green  
Off  
Power connected  
Power disconnected  
HDD access  
Off  
Blink  
On  
Swappable HDD  
Status w/ SAF-TE  
Green  
Amber  
Amber  
Amber  
Failure or rebuild stopped  
Blink (~1/sec) Rebuild  
Blink (~3/sec) Identification  
1-7  
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™
DiagnosticLEDs: DLED1/DLED2/DLED3/DLED4  
Memory LEDs:D29/D30/D31/D32/D33/D35  
Component LEDs and four Diagnostic LEDs are integrated onboard, helping  
users diagnose their systems.  
When POST or Service Processor detects an error, the corresponding LEDs  
light up to alert users to the condition and help service personnel identify the  
failing component. A system status LED on the front panel of the system first  
alerts users that an error has occurred. Service personnel next check in-  
side the system to see which LED glows. This helps the service personnel  
to locate the failing component for replacement. The full failing path remians  
lit until POST no longer exists or the error is fixed.  
The four Diagnostic LEDs can detect all problems that fail the system, such  
as VGA, RAM or other failures, and provide up to 16 combinations of signals  
to debug the system. Please refer to the following table for signal description.  
DLED1  
DLED2  
DLED3  
DLED4  
Red  
Green  
D escrip tion  
D-LEDs  
System Power ON  
1
3
2
4
- The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or not  
installed properly.  
Early Chipset Initialization  
1
3
2
4
Memory Detection Test  
- Testing onboard memory size. The D-LED will hang if the memory  
module is damaged or not installed properly.  
1
3
2
4
Decompressing BIOS image to RAM for fast booting.  
Initializing Keyboard Controller.  
1
3
2
4
1
3
2
4
Testing VGA BIOS  
1
3
2
4
- This will start writing VGA sign-on message to the screen.  
1-8  
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D-LEDs  
D escrip tion  
Processor Initialization  
1
3
2
4
- This will show information regarding the processor (like brand  
name, system bus, etc...)  
Testing RTC (Real Time Clock)  
1
3
2
4
BIOS Sign On  
1
3
2
4
- This will start showing information about logo, processor brand  
name, etc...  
Testing Base and Extended Memory  
1
3
2
4
- Testing base memory from 240K to 640K and extended memory  
above 1MB using various patterns.  
Assign Resources to all ISA.  
1
3
2
4
Initializing Hard Drive Controller  
1
3
2
4
- This will initialize IDE drive and controller.  
Initializing Floppy Drive Controller  
1
3
2
4
- This will initialize Floppy Drive and controller.  
Boot Attempt  
1
3
2
4
- This will set low stack and boot via INT 19h.  
Operating System Booting  
1
3
2
4
1-9  
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Rear View  
Rear Bezel  
9
6
7
5
8
1
2
3
4
1
3
5
7
9
2
4
6
8
VGA Port  
Gigabit LAN Jacks  
Serial Port  
USB Ports  
NMI Switch  
System ID LED  
System ID Button  
Ultra320 SCSI Connector  
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector (through Y-type converter)  
™ Rear Bezel LEDs  
LED  
Color  
State  
On  
Description  
RJ45 NIC 1 Linkage  
/RJ45 NIC 2 Linkage  
Green  
Green  
Off  
LAN linked  
Blinking  
Off  
LAN accessing  
No LAN linked  
RJ45 NIC 1 Access  
/RJ45 NIC 2 Access  
Yellow  
Green  
Off  
On  
Gigabit mode access  
100M mode access  
10M mode access  
On  
Off  
System ID  
Blue  
On  
Identified as active via  
command or button  
1-10  
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Mouse/Keyboard Connector  
USB Port  
Pin5  
Pin6  
PIN SIGNAL  
1
2
3
4
KeyboardClock  
Mouse Clock  
1
2
3
4
VCC  
-Data  
+Data  
GND  
Pin4 VCC  
Pin3 GND  
SCSI Connector  
Pin2  
Mouse Data  
Pin1  
KeyboardData  
1
35  
34  
68  
Serial Port  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI Connector  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD  
SIN  
1
2
3
4
5
Pin  
Description  
Pin  
Description  
SOUT  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
CTS  
RI  
1
+DB(12)  
+DB(13)  
+DB(14)  
+DB(15)  
+DB(P1)  
+DB(0)  
+DB(1)  
+DB(2)  
+DB(3)  
+DB(4)  
+DB(5)  
+DB(6)  
+DB(7)  
+DB(P)  
GROUND  
DIFFSENS  
TERMPWR  
TERMPWR  
RESERVED  
GROUND  
+ATN  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
-DB(12)  
-DB(13)  
-DB(14)  
-DB(15)  
-DB(P1)  
-DB(0)  
-DB(1)  
-DB(2)  
-DB(3)  
-DB(4)  
-DB(5)  
-DB(6)  
-DB(7)  
-DB(P)  
GROUND  
GROUND  
TERMPWR  
TERMPWR  
RESERVED  
GROUND  
-ATN  
2
3
6
7
8
9
1
4
5
6
PIN  
SIGNAL  
7
VGA Port  
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RED  
5
GREEN  
BLUE  
N/C  
GND  
GND  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
GND  
GND  
11  
15  
+5V  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
GND  
N/C  
SDA  
Gigabit LAN Jack  
Horizontal Sync  
Vertical Sync  
SCL  
Link Indicator  
ActivityIndicator  
GROUND  
+BSY  
GROUND  
-BSY  
+ACK  
-ACK  
8
1
+RST  
-RST  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
DESCRIPTION  
+MSG  
-MST  
+SEL  
-SEL  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
D0P  
D0N  
D1P  
D2P  
D2N  
D1N  
D3P  
D3N  
Differential Pair 0+  
Differential Pair 0-  
Differential Pair 1+  
Differential Pair 2+  
Differential Pair 2-  
Differential Pair 1-  
Differential Pair 3+  
Differential Pair 3-  
+C/D  
-C/D  
+REQ  
-REQ  
+I/O  
-I/O  
+DB(8)  
+DB(9)  
+DB(10)  
+DB(11)  
-DB(8)  
-DB(9)  
-DB(10)  
-DB(11)  
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MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server  
System Specifications  
Mainboard  
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MS-9146 server board  
CPU  
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Dual Intel® XeonTM (800MHz FSB) processors in 604-pin package  
1MB L2 cache  
6.4GB/s transmission rate  
Core voltage: 1.10~1.40V  
VTT: 1.2V  
Chipset  
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MCH: Intel® Lindenhurst (E7520) Memory Controller Hub  
PCI Bridge: Intel® PXH; Intel® ICH5R  
I/O Bridge: NS PC87366-ICK/VLA  
Memory Bus Feature  
‹
Supports six dual-channel DDR266 (4-DIMM per channel)/DDR333 (3-DIMM per  
channel) registered ECC DIMMs  
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Chipkill Support  
Maximum 24GB support with DDR266  
Maximum 16GB support with DDR333  
Slots (through the riser card by option for long card support)  
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One PCI-X (64-bit/66MHz) slot  
One PCI-X (64-bit/133MHz) slot  
One PCI Express x8 slot (PCI Express Bus specification v1.0a compliant)  
HDD Interface  
‹
SCSI interface supported by Adaptec AIC-7902 Ultra-320 SCSI controller (Optional)  
- Integrated Adaptec AIC-7902 Ultra-320 SCSI adapter  
- Supports dual-channel Ultra320 LVD SCSI  
- Supports Adaptec ZCR & Intel RAIDIOS (Zero-Channel RAID)  
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Serial ATA RAID interface supported by Intel® ICH5R (with 2 SATA connectors  
onboard/can connect up to 2 Serial ATA drives)  
Front Bezel I/O  
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2 USB ports  
1 serial port  
Power button/NMI switch/system ID button  
Power LED/HDD LED/LAN1 LED/LAN2 LED/system status LED/system ID LED  
Hot-swapping SCSI HDD trays (with HDD power LED & HDD access LED)  
Rear Bezel I/O  
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‹
PS/2 keyboard/mouse port (through Y-type converter)  
2 USB ports  
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1 serial port  
1 VGA port  
2 RJ-45 Gigabit LAN jacks  
NMI switch/system ID button/system ID LED  
Network  
‹
Intel® 82546GB Gigabit Ethernet Controller  
Server Management (Optional)  
‹
QLogic Zircon UL BMC (Baseboard Management Controller)  
- Incorporates an embedded microcontroller, two System Management Bus  
(SMBus®) interfaces, a Chassis Management interface, Bi-color LED control, an  
integrated EEPROM, Fan control, ADC channels, and Digital Input Event and  
General-Purpose Input/Output pins.  
- Interfaces with the host via a slave SMBus interface; it interfaces with the LAN  
On Motherboard (LOM) and with peripherals via two independent master SMBus  
interfaces.  
Regulatory Approval  
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Safety Compliance: UL, cUL, CCC/TUV  
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): CE/FCC Class A, BSMI/VCCI/C-TOCK  
BIOS  
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8 Mbit Flash EEPROM  
PCI 2.2 compliant, VPD, and DMI  
SMBIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0  
Supports PXE boot protocol  
APM 1.2, WOL, WOR  
PC2001 system design compliant  
Chassis Dimension  
425mm (W) X 43.8mm (H) X 711mm (D)  
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Power Supply  
‹
525 Watt  
- PFC function/SSI EPS 1U form factor/1 + 1 redundancy support  
- UL, cUL, TUV, CE, CB, CCC, and BSMI certified  
MSI Reminds You...  
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your  
computer system requires ALL of the following platform Components:  
*CPU: Intel® Pentium® 4 or Xeon™ Processors with HT Technology;  
*Chipset: Intel® Chipsets that support HT Technology;  
*BIOS: A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled;  
*OS: An operating system that supports HT Technology.  
For more information on Hyper-threading Technology, go to:  
http://www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading  
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Video  
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Integrated ATI Radeon™ 7000 graphics controller  
- Built-in DVD decoding  
- Integrated TMDS transmitter with support for Digital Flat Panel (DFP) monitors  
- Onboard 8MB Video SDRAM  
MSI Reminds You...  
Please refer to Table 1 for 2D modes supporting both CRT and LCD.  
The table specifies the minimum memory requirements for various  
display resolutions, refresh rates and color depths.  
Table 1.  
2D Modes (TFT or CRT)  
Mode  
Refresh  
rate(Hz)  
60  
Minimum Amount of Memory Required  
8bp p  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
4MB  
4MB  
16bp p  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
4MB  
4MB  
-
24bp p  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
6MB  
6MB  
32bp p  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
2MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
4MB  
6MB  
6MB  
6MB  
6MB  
8MB  
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640x480  
640X480  
72  
640X480  
75  
640X480  
90  
640X480  
100  
60  
800X600  
800X600  
70  
800X600  
75  
800X600  
90  
800X600  
100  
60  
1024X768  
1024X768  
1024X768  
1024X768  
1024X768  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1600x1200  
1600x1200  
72  
75  
90  
100  
43  
60  
70  
72  
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66  
4MB  
4MB  
76  
Shading indicates modes not supported by TFT  
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Getting Started  
MSI Server Management IPMI 1.5 (optional)  
MSI-9569 BMC card (with QLogic Zircon UL BMC) and MSI iConsole AP support  
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IPMI 1.5 (option)  
MS-9569 BMC Card Specification  
BMC Chip  
- Qlogic Zircon UL ( ARM7 TDMI 32-bit/40MHz RISC), 128-pin PQFP  
- Host hardware interface: LPC interface  
- Host software interface: KCS interface  
Memory Size  
- 256 X 16 Bits SRAM  
- 4M Bits Flash  
Form Factor  
- Add-on Card on CN7 SO-DIMM (144 pin, Key position in 50)  
Onboard I2Cmux  
-
9545  
Onboard Connector/Header  
- JTAG header (14 pin) for debugging  
Key Features  
- IPMI 1.5 Compliant  
- Out-of-band LAN based management using RMCP  
- FRU/SEL access  
- Remote out-of-band alerts  
- Event log  
- Support for CLI (command line interface) over Serial or shared NIC (RMCP)  
- Ability to update firmware inband unattended  
- Remote access security (MD5)  
- Out-of-band environmental monitoring and alerting  
- Secure remote power control and system reset over Serial or shared NIC  
(RMCP)  
- Support Microsoft EMS  
- Support onboard I2C ADT 7463, Winbond 83791 to extend Hardware monitor  
feature  
- Support ASR (Automatic Server Re-start)  
System Management  
Two SMBus 2.0 (I2C)  
- One SMBus for Intel 82546GB  
- One SMBus for ADT 7463, Winbond 83791, SEEPROM access, CPU thermal  
sensor  
CPU Fan speed control dependent on System Temperature  
System Fan speed control dependent on System Temperature  
Sensor Management  
Monitored Voltage: +5V, +3.3V, Vcore  
Thermal protection (CPU/System overheat shut down through BMC)  
No Chassis Intrusion  
LED x 3 (ID_LED, BMC Heartbeat, Status LED )  
On-Board Diagnostic LEDs ( 6 x Memory DIMM, 2 x CPU, 10 x FAN )  
Support shared NIC (Intel 82546GB)  
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Mainboard Layout  
JPWR1  
USB1  
COM2  
CN3  
CPU1  
KBMS1  
CN4  
SCSI1  
J4  
CN7  
JBAT1  
SCSI2  
DLED1  
CN6  
J7  
J8  
Intel  
FW82801ER  
NS PC87366-ICK/VLA  
SCSI3  
DLED2  
mPGA604  
CPU2  
DLED3  
DLED4  
Adaptec  
AIC-7902W  
D19  
J9  
J10  
Intel  
PXH  
COM1  
Intel  
Lindenhurst  
PCIEX1  
PCI1  
USB2  
mPGA604  
PCIEX2  
PCI4  
USB1  
JLAN2  
JLAN1  
DIMM1  
DIMM2  
DIMM3  
DIMM4  
DIMM5  
DIMM6  
D29  
D30  
D31  
Intel  
FW82546GB  
Gigabit LAN  
ATI  
RADEON  
D32  
D33  
D35  
JVGA1  
MS-9146 v1.X Server Board  
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Getting Started  
MSI Special Features  
PC Alert™ III  
The PC AlertTM III is a utility you can find in  
the CD-ROM disk. The utility is just like your PC  
doctor that can detect the following PC hardware  
status during real time operation:  
Ø monitor CPU & system temperatures  
Ø monitor fan speed(s)  
Ø monitor system voltage  
Ø monitor chassis intrusion  
If one of the items above is abnormal, the  
program main screen will be immediately shown  
on the screen, with the abnormal item highlighted  
in red. This will continue to be shown until user  
disables the warning.  
MSI Reminds You...  
1. Items shown on PC Alert™ III vary depending on your system status.  
2. The mainboard bound with MS-9569 BMC card (Server Manage-  
ment Features) won’t support PC Alert™ III.  
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Chapter 2. System  
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System Hardware  
This chapter provides instructions on the hardware installation  
of the MS-9246 in two sections. System Assembly illustrates how  
to assemble each component of the MS-9246. Rack Mounting de-  
scribes the procedures for mounting the unit into the rack in details.  
You can use the system assembly flowchart and the chart below to  
determine the proper sequence for removing or installing compo-  
nents to the server.  
Chassis Cover  
CPU, Heatsink and Fan Duct  
System Assembly  
Rack Mounting  
DIMM  
Riser Card  
Hard Disk Drives  
MS-9246  
Chassis Ears and Rails  
Rack Rails  
Chassis into the Rack  
Chassis off the Rack  
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System Assembly Flowchart  
The following flowchart shows basic system assembly procedures. Please  
note that always wear anti-static gloves when handling electrical components and  
exercise caution during the installation process. For more information, contact your  
local dealer or experienced technician.  
START  
REMOVE CHASSIS COVER  
AND FAN DUCT  
INSTALL  
CPU & HEATSINK  
REPLACE FAN DUCT  
INSTALL  
MEMORY MODULES  
REMOVE  
RISER CARD BRACKET  
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INSTALL  
RISER CARDS  
REPLACE  
RISER CARD BRACKET  
INSTALL  
HARD DISK DRIVES  
CONNECT HDD, FDD,  
CD-ROM CABLES  
& POWER CORDS  
CHECK IF ALL PARTS  
ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED  
REPLACE  
CHASSIS COVER  
FINISH  
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System Assembly  
Removing the Chassis Cover  
1. Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear bezel of the system.  
2. Press the release buttons and slide the rear chassis cover backwards to remove  
it from the chassis.  
3. Press the release buttons and slide the front chassis cover forwards to remove it  
from the chassis.  
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Replacing the Chassis Cover  
1. Replace the front chassis cover and slide it backwards. Replace the rear chassis  
cover and slide it forwards.  
2. Fasten the thumbscrew on the rear bezel of the system.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Before you remove or install any components, make sure the server is  
not turned on or connected to the AC power.  
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CPU, Heatsink, and Fan Duct  
1. On top of the CPU is a fan duct de-  
signed to enhance heat dissipation of  
the CPU. Lift up & remove the fan duct  
before installing the CPU.  
2. Locate the first CPU socket and raise the lever up to its full extent.  
CPU1  
CPU2  
3. Locate the gold arrow on the CPU.  
4. Place the CPU on top of the socket. Make sure to align the  
gold arrow on the CPU with the arrow key on the socket.  
Then push the lever down to secure the CPU in place.  
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5. Place the heat sink on top of CPU1 and secure the screws on both sides.  
Note: The heat sink has to be installed to prevent the CPU from overheating.  
6. Remove the dummy heatsink on socket CPU2. Follow the same procedures to  
install the second CPU.  
Note: To install DUAL CPUs on the board, you must use the same  
types of CPUs running at the same FSB frequency.  
7. Install the second heatsink.  
8. Replace the fan duct.  
Note: To ensure proper cooling, make sure the heatsinks & the fan duct are properly installed.  
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DDR Memory  
1. Locate the DIMM slots on the  
mainboard. Insert the DIMM memory mod-  
ule vertically into the DIMM slot. Then  
push it in until the golden finger on the  
memory module is deeply inserted in the  
socket. The plastic clip at each side of  
the DIMM slot will automatically close.  
2. For optimal system performance, at  
least two memory modules must be  
installed.  
Memory Bus Features  
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Support for direct connect of two DDR channel interfaces, DDR266/DDR333 tech-  
nology  
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‹
Full operation support in single-channel mode on either interface  
Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR266 technology (up to four  
DIMMs per channel)  
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‹
Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR333 technology (up to  
three DIMMs per channel)  
144-bit wide with ECC, DDR266/DDR333 memory interface supports x72, ECC,  
registered DDR266/DDR333 DIMMs (using 128 Mb, 256 Mb, 512Mb, and 1 Gb)  
Maximum 16 GB support with DDR333 up to two stacked DIMMs (1 Gb x 4 DRAMs)  
Maximum 24 GB support with DDR266 up to two stacked DIMMs (1 Gb x 4 DRAMs)  
Data bandwidth per channel 2.13 GB/s (DDR266) / 2.7 GB/s (DDR333)  
Support for S4EC/D4ED (144,128) x4, Intel x4 Single Device Data Correction (x4  
SDDC) ECC in dual channel mode  
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‹
‹
‹
Support SEC/DED (72,64) ECC on each channel when Intel Single Device Data  
Correction (SDDC) is disabled  
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Memory Population Rules  
The mainboard supports both single- & dual-channel modes. Install at least one  
DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to  
meet your own needs. In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory  
modules of the same type and density on DDR DIMMs “in pairs” -- {DIMM1 &  
DIMM2}, {DIMM3 & DIMM4}, {DIMM5 & DIMM6}.  
Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows:  
DDR266 DIMM slot population  
DIMM Configuration  
2 Single Rank  
DIMM 1  
DIMM 2  
DIMM 3  
DIMM 4  
DIMM 5  
Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank  
DIMM 6  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2 Dual Rank  
4 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
4 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank Dual Rank  
6 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank, 4 Single Rank  
4 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
6 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
DDR333 DIMM slot population  
DIMM Configuration  
1 Single Rank  
DIMM 1  
DIMM 2  
DIMM 3  
DIMM 4  
DIMM 5  
DIMM 6  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank  
2 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank, 1 Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
3 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
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PCI Expansion Card  
1. Locate the riser card bracket on the chassis. A standoff guide is designed as  
alignment guidance for installation of the riser card bracket to avoid damage of the  
riser card golden fingers. Lift the bracket up from the chassis (NO screwdriver is  
needed).  
2. Unscrew the cover plates and put them aside for later use.  
3. Insert the expansion card into an appropriate PCI slot on the riser card and secure  
the screw with a screwdriver.  
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System Hardware  
4. Install the second PCI expansion card  
if necessary.  
5. Place the riser card bracket on top of the PCI slots on the motherboard. Align the  
riser card golden fingers with the PCI slots. Then aim the front end of the riser card  
bracket at the standoff guide and align the rear part of the bracket with the U-shaped  
cuts on the chassis.  
6. Push the riser card bracket carefully  
down with even force on both sides.  
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PCI Riser Card (Optional)  
Apart from the standard PCI riser cards assembled in the system, an optional riser  
card is available upon request. Please refer to the following for detailed specs and  
the instructions on riser card installation.  
Standard PCI Riser Cards: MS-9583, MS-9584  
MS-9583: one 64-bit/100MHz PCI-X slot (for low profile card; with ZCR support)  
MS-9584: one 64-bit/133MHz PCI-X slot (for long card support)  
Optional PCI Riser Card: MS-9570  
MS-9570: one PCI Express x 8 slot (option for long card support)  
1. Unscrew the original PCI riser card for replacement.  
2. Align the screw holes of the new riser card with the holes on the riser card  
bracket. Screw to secure the new riser card to the bracket.  
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System Hardware  
SCSI HDD  
1. To release the hot-swapping HDD tray, flip open the tray lever and pull the tray out  
of the bay.  
2. Unscrew the HDD tray and take the tray out.  
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3. At the sides of the HDD are four screw holes, two on each side. Users will find on  
the HDD rack four identical screw holes as on the HDD. Place the HDD into the rack and  
align the screw holes on the HDD with the ones on the rack. Secure the HDD with four  
screws supplied by the HDD vendor.  
4. Insert the HDD set into the bay and press the lever back in place.  
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Serial ATA HDD  
1. To release the hot-swapping HDD holder, unscrew it and pull it out.  
2. As the system mainboard supports  
two Serial ATA HDDs, only the HDD trays  
on the right & left sides can be used.  
3. Unscrew the HDD tray and take the tray out.  
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4. At the sides of the HDD are four screw holes, two on each side. Users will find on  
the HDD rack four identical screw holes as on the HDD. Place the HDD into the rack and  
align the screw holes on the HDD with the ones on the rack. Secure the HDD with four  
screws supplied by the HDD vendor.  
5. Insert the HDD set into the bay and  
push it back in place.  
6. Screw the HDD set securely back to  
the system.  
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Rack Mounting  
Chassis Ears  
1. Insert the chassis ear into the chassis (as marked below).  
2. Push it in until it fits firmly. Screw to secure the chassis ear.  
3. Follow the same procedures to install the second chassis ear.  
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Chassis Rails  
1. The chassis rails and rack rails have been as-  
sembled together beforehand. The first thing to do  
with the rail set is to take the chassis rails off the rack  
rails.  
Note: The chassis rail engraved  
with “RIGHT SLIDE” on the inner  
side should be screwed to the  
right side of the chassis whereas  
the “LEFT SLIDE” should be  
screwed to the left side.  
2. Pull the chassis rail gently out until the locking tab locks the rail.  
3. Simultaneously press down the locking tab and pull out the chassis rail. The  
chassis rail should slide easily off the rack rail.  
4. Follow the same procedures to disassemble the second chassis rail.  
Note: The chassis rail is designed with a locking tab which can (1) hold the  
system firmly to the rack, and (2) lock the system halfway without sliding out  
of the rack rails.  
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5. On each side of the chassis are three hooks to lock the chassis rail. First align the  
chassis hooks with the holes on the rail. Secure the rail to the chassis and push the  
rail backwards until it gets locked by the chassis hooks.  
Push the rail backwards until it  
gets locked by the chassis hooks.  
Note: The chassis rail engraved  
with “RIGHT SLIDE” on the inner  
side should be screwed to the  
right side of the chassis whereas  
the “LEFT SLIDE” should be  
screwed to the left side.  
6. Screw the chassis rail to the chassis. Each chassis rail has two screw holes.  
Follow the same procedures to install the second chassis rail.  
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Rack Rails  
1. Locate the triangle mark on the rack  
and install 3 screw holders to the rack  
as shown.  
2. Align the rack rail with the rack and  
screw the rail to the rack by securing  
one screw to the bottom screw holder.  
3. Follow the same procedures to se-  
cure the rail on the rear and to install the  
second rack rail.  
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System Hardware  
Cable Arm (Optional)  
An optional cable arm is available to help  
tidy the system cables up.  
The cable arm attaches to the rear of the  
server and the system rack, allowing cables  
to move as the server slides back and forth  
within the rack cabinet.  
1. First screw the right rack rail to the  
rack. Go check the right rail on the rear  
(virtually the left rail if viewed from the rear  
of the cabinet) and you’ll find the cable arm  
holder at the end of the rail. Insert the clip  
(the narrow end) of the cable arm into the  
cable arm holder and push it forwards until  
you hear a ‘clip’ sound.  
2. At the other end of the cable arm are  
two holes. Align the holes of the cable arm  
with the tabs on the rack rail (as indicated  
by circles and arrows).  
3. Fit the tabs into the holes.  
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4. Simultaneously press down the right end of the locking mechanism and push the  
left end gently forwards to lock it into the hole at the end of the rack rail. The  
installation of the cable arm is completed at this point. Users may tidy the server  
cables up and tie-wrap them to the cable arm.  
5. A screw-knob is designed for users to adjust the angles (up or down) of the cable  
arm. Use a screwdriver to turn the screw-knob clockwise or counterclockwise and  
the cable arm will go up or down.  
6. Users may disassemble the cable arm following the above procedures in reverse  
order.  
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Chassis into the Rack  
1. To slide the system into the rack, first align the chassis rails with the rack rails and  
push the system backwards until the locking tab clicks.  
2. Simultaneously press down the locking tabs on both sides of the chassis rails and  
push the system backwards. The system should slide easily into the rack.  
Note: The chassis rail is designed with a locking tab which can (1) hold the  
system firmly to the rack, and (2) lock the system halfway without sliding out  
of the rack rails.  
Press down the locking tabs  
on both sides.  
3. Screw the system firmly to the rack.  
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Chassis off the Rack  
1. To slide the system off the rack, first  
seize the system by its ears and gently  
pull the system out.  
2. The system will be locked halfway  
while being pulled out. Simultaneously  
press down the locking tabs on both  
sides of the chassis and pull the system  
forwards. The system should slide eas-  
ily off the rack.  
Press down the locking tabs  
on both sides.  
Note: The chassis rail is designed with a locking tab which can (1) hold the  
system firmly to the rack, and (2) lock the system halfway without sliding out  
of the rack rails.  
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Chapter 3. Mainboard  
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Mainboard Hardware  
This chapter provides you with the information about hard-  
ware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in  
holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For  
some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the compo-  
nents will not work properly.  
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer  
components. Static electricity may damage the components.  
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Quick Components Guide  
JPWR1, p.3-8  
USB1, p.3-9  
SCSI1/2, p.3-11  
COM2, p.3-12  
CN7, p.3-15  
J7/J8, p.3-14  
SATA1/2, p.3-10  
JBAT1, p.3-13  
CN3, p.3-12  
CN4, p.3-12  
CN6, p.3-14  
Back Panel  
I/O, p.1-8  
CPU1/2,  
p.3-3  
mPGA604  
mPGA604  
PCI Express  
x8 Slot, p.3-15  
PCI-X Slots, p.3-15  
DDR DIMM1~6, p.3-5  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Central Processing Unit: CPU  
The mainboard supports Single/Dual Intel® Xeon™ processor(s). The  
mainboard uses two CPU sockets called Socket 603/604 for easy CPU installation.  
You can install SINGLE or DUAL CPUs on the board to meet your own needs. Keep the  
following points in mind before installing CPU(s):  
1. If SINGLE CPU is intended, always install the CPU on the CPU1 socket  
and install a dummy heatsink on the CPU2 socket, which will direct inlet  
air to the CPU1 socket for better heat dissipation.  
CPU1  
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PGA60 4  
recommended inlet  
air direction  
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PGA60 4  
2. To install DUAL CPUs on the board, you must use the same type of CPUs  
running at the same FSB frequency.  
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heatsink and  
a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do not find the  
Heat Sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before  
turning on the computer.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make  
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from  
overheating.  
The system temperature needs to remain under 45°C.  
We highly recommend that the direction of inlet air should follow the  
direction indicated above for better cooling effect.  
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CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604  
Open Lever  
1. Please turn off the power and  
Sliding  
Plate  
unplug the power cord before  
installing the CPU.  
2. Pull the lever sideways away  
from the socket. Make sure to  
raise the lever up to a 170-de-  
Gold arrow  
gree angle.  
3. Look for the gold arrow. The gold  
arrow should point towards the  
lever pivot. The CPU can only fit  
in the correct orientation.  
Correct CPU placement  
Gold arrow  
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4. If the CPU is correctly installed,  
the pins should be completely  
embedded into the socket and  
can not be seen. Please note  
that any violation of the correct  
installation procedures may  
cause permanent damages to  
Incorrect CPU placement  
your mainboard.  
Gold arrow  
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5. Press the CPU down firmly into  
the socket and close the lever.  
As the CPU is likely to move while  
the lever is being closed, al-  
Close  
ways close the lever with your  
Lever  
Press down  
the CPU  
fingers pressing tightly on top of  
the CPU to make sure the CPU is  
properly and completely embed-  
ded into the socket.  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Memory  
The mainboard provides 6 slots for 184-pin DDR DIMM (Double In-Line Memory  
Module) modules. You can install PC2100/DDR266 or PC2700/DDR333 DDR SDRAM  
modules on the DDR DIMM slots (DIMM 1~6).  
Memory Bus Features  
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Support for direct connect of two DDR channel interfaces, DDR266/DDR333 tech-  
nology  
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Full operation support in single-channel mode on either interface  
Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR266 technology(up to four  
DIMMs per channel)  
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Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR333 technology(up to  
three DIMMs per channel)  
144-bit wide with ECC, DDR266/DDR333 memory interface supports x72, ECC,  
registered DDR266/DDR333 DIMMs (using 128 Mb, 256 Mb, 512Mb, and 1 Gb)  
Maximum 16 GB support with DDR333 up to two stacked DIMMs(1 Gb x4 DRAMs)  
Maximum 24 GB support with DDR266 up to two stacked DIMMs(1 Gb x4 DRAMs)  
Data bandwidth per channel 2.13 GB/s (DDR266) / 2.7 GB/s (DDR333)  
Support for S4EC/D4ED (144,128) x4, Intel x4 Single Device Data Correction (x4  
SDDC) ECC in dual channel mode  
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Support SEC/DED (72,64) ECC on each channel when Intel Single Device Data  
Correction (SDDC) is disabled  
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A1  
B1  
A2  
B2  
A3  
B3  
CKE:  
Clock:  
C/S:  
0/1  
0/1  
2/3  
2/3  
4/5  
4/5  
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0/1  
0/0#  
0/1  
1/1#  
2/3  
1/1#  
2/3  
2/2#  
4/5  
2/2#  
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SPD:  
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A8h  
A2h  
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Memory Population Rules  
The mainboard supports both single- & dual-channel modes. Install at least one  
DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to  
meet your own needs. In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory  
modules of the same type and density on DDR DIMMs “in pairs” -- {DIMM1 &  
DIMM2}, {DIMM3 & DIMM4}, {DIMM5 & DIMM6}.  
Memory modules can be installed in any combination as follows:  
DDR266 DIMM slot population  
DIMM Configuration  
2 Single Rank  
DIMM 1  
DIMM 2  
DIMM 3  
DIMM 4  
DIMM 5  
Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank  
DIMM 6  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2 Dual Rank  
4 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
4 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank  
6 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank, 4 Single Rank  
4 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
6 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
DDR333 DIMM slot population  
DIMM Configuration  
1 Single Rank  
DIMM 1  
DIMM 2  
DIMM 3  
DIMM 4  
DIMM 5  
DIMM 6  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank  
2 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank, 1 Single Rank  
2 Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Dual Rank  
Single Rank  
Dual Rank  
3 Single Rank  
Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
Dual Rank Dual Rank Single Rank Single Rank Single Rank  
1 Dual Rank, 2 Single Rank  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix  
DDR266  
OK  
DDR333  
OK  
FSB800  
Installing DDR Modules  
1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The module will only  
fit in the right orientation.  
2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until  
the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the socket.  
MSI Reminds You...  
You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly inserted  
in the socket.  
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.  
Notch  
Volt  
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Power Supply  
Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all com-  
ponents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused.  
SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1  
To connect to the SSI power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply  
is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the  
power supply firmly into the connector.  
JPWR1  
12  
24  
1
13  
JPWR1 Pin Definition  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
1
+12V  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
GND  
GND  
GND  
+5V  
2
+12V  
3
+12V  
4
+12V  
5
+12V  
+5V  
6
+3.3V  
+3.3V  
+3.3V  
GND  
GND  
GND  
-12V  
+3.3V  
GND  
GND  
GND  
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
5VSB  
PWROK  
PS_ON#  
MSI Reminds You...  
1. Power supplies of 300watt (and up) are highly recommended for sys-  
tem stability.  
2. Please refer to the Intel/AMD websites for recommended power  
supplies.  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Connectors  
The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, LAN,  
USB ports, CPU/system power supply fans, ... and etc.  
Front USB Connector: USB1  
The mainboard provides one USB 2.0 pin header USB1 (optional USB 2.0  
bracket available) that is compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide. USB 2.0  
technology increases data transfer rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps,  
which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for connecting high-speed USB  
interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers,  
modems and the like.  
Pin Definition  
PIN  
1
SIGNAL  
USBPWR  
USBP4-  
USBP4+  
GND  
PIN  
2
SIGNAL  
USBPWR  
USBP5-  
USBP5+  
GND  
USB1  
2
1
10  
9
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NC  
10  
USBOC  
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Serial ATA RAID 0, 1 Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 (Optional)  
The southbridge Intel® ICH5R provides a hybrid solution that combines two  
independent SATA ports for support of up to two Serial ATA (Serial ATA RAID) drives  
and utilizes its proprietary Serial ATA RAID Software to support RAID levels 0 and 1  
for easy management of the storage subsystems. Both connectors support 1st  
generation serial ATA data rates of 150 MB/s and are fully compliant with Serial ATA  
1.0 specifications.  
SATA1/2 Pin Definition  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
SATA1  
SATA2  
1
GND  
2
TXP  
3
5
7
TXN  
RXN  
GND  
4
6
GND  
RXP  
Take out the dust cover and connect  
to the hard disk devices  
Optional Serial ATA cable  
Connect to SATA1 or SATA2  
MSI Reminds You...  
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,  
data loss may occur during transmission.  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Ultra320 SCSI Connectors: SCSI1/SCSI2 (Optional)  
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for  
attaching peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation  
of SCSI I/O technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec. SCSI’s  
commitment to backward compatibility and legacy support are the primary reasons for  
its durability as an I/O interface, making SCSI the industry standard for disk drive  
connection in virtually all high-performance servers.  
68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI Connector  
Pin  
Description  
Pin  
Description  
1
+DB(12)  
+DB(13)  
+DB(14)  
+DB(15)  
+DB(P1)  
+DB(0)  
+DB(1)  
+DB(2)  
+DB(3)  
+DB(4)  
+DB(5)  
+DB(6)  
+DB(7)  
+DB(P)  
GROUND  
DIFFSENS  
TERMPWR  
TERMPWR  
RESERVED  
GROUND  
+ATN  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
-DB(12)  
-DB(13)  
-DB(14)  
-DB(15)  
-DB(P1)  
-DB(0)  
-DB(1)  
-DB(2)  
-DB(3)  
-DB(4)  
-DB(5)  
-DB(6)  
-DB(7)  
-DB(P)  
GROUND  
GROUND  
TERMPWR  
TERMPWR  
RESERVED  
GROUND  
-ATN  
2
SCSI1/2  
3
68  
34  
35  
1
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
GROUND  
+BSY  
GROUND  
-BSY  
+ACK  
-ACK  
+RST  
-RST  
+MSG  
-MST  
+SEL  
-SEL  
+C/D  
-C/D  
+REQ  
-REQ  
+I/O  
-I/O  
+DB(8)  
+DB(9)  
+DB(10)  
+DB(11)  
-DB(8)  
-DB(9)  
-DB(10)  
-DB(11)  
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IPMB Power Connector: CN4  
This connector is used to connect the power supply of the IPMB (Intelligent  
Platform Management Bus).  
Pin Definition  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
CN4  
1
2
3
4
5
SMB clock  
SMBdata  
PS alert  
GND  
1
3.3RS  
5-pin IPMB Connector: CN3  
The mainboard provides IPMB (Intelligent Platform Management Bus) connec-  
tors for users to connect the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) card.  
CN3 Pin Definition  
PIN  
SIGNAL  
1
1
2
3
4
5
P3V3_AUX  
GND  
CN3  
NC  
SMBDATA  
SMBCLK  
Serial Port Connector: COM 2  
The mainboard provides one 9-pin header as serial port COM 2. The port is a  
16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can  
attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to it.  
Pin Definition  
9
PIN  
SIGNAL  
DESCRIPTION  
8
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD  
SIN  
Data Carry Detect  
Serial In or Receive Data  
Serial Out or Transmit Data  
Data Terminal Ready  
Ground  
DataSetReady  
Request To Send  
Clear To Send  
SOUT  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
CTS  
RI  
1
COM 2  
Ring Indicate  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Jumpers  
The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s  
function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through  
the use of jumpers.  
Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1  
There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from external battery  
to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can  
automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system  
configuration, use the JBAT1 (Clear CMOS Jumper) to clear data.  
JBAT1  
1
3
1
3
1
Keep Data  
Clear Data  
MSI Reminds You...  
You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then  
return to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system  
is on; it will damage the mainboard.  
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BIOS Recovery Jumper: CN6  
Users can short connect pin#2-3 to recover the system BIOS with a Recovery  
Floppy. When the system is done with the job, the buzzer will beep to remind the user  
to set the jumper to its normal state (pin#1-2 short connected).  
CN6  
1
3
1
3
1
Normal  
Recovery  
Clear BIOS Password Jumper: J7  
The jumper is used to clear the BIOS password. To clear the password, open  
the jumper and restart your computer.  
J7  
Normal  
Clear  
Clear Event Log Jumper: J8  
The jumper is used to clear the system event logs. To clear the system event  
logs, open the jumper and restart your computer.  
J8  
Normal  
Clear  
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Mainboard Hardware  
Slots  
SO DIMM (Small Outline DIMM)  
The SO DIMM has 144 pins and supports a full 64-bit transfer. It is specifically  
designed for users to install MSI’s proprietary server management tool -- MS-9569  
BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) card.  
CN7  
PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots  
The motherboard provides two 64-bit PCI-X slots, one PCI Express x4 slot, and  
one PCI Express x8 slot.  
PCI1: PCIX 2.0 slot connecting to PXH_D chan-  
nel B, 64 bits/266MHz, 3.3V device only  
PCIEX1: PCI Express x8 slot  
PCI4: PCIX-64 slot connecting to PXH-D  
channel A, 66MHz, 3.3V device only  
PCIEX2: PCI Express x4 slot  
MSI Reminds You...  
When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug  
the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expan-  
sion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for  
the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.  
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Chapter 4. BIOS Setup  
BIOS Setup  
This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program  
and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may  
need to run the Setup program when:  
” An error message appears on the screen during the system boot-  
ing up, and requests you to run SETUP.  
” You want to change the default settings for customized features.  
MSI Reminds You...  
1. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter  
are under continuous update for better system performance.  
Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the lat-  
est BIOS and should be held for reference only.  
2. Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is  
the BIOS version. It is usually in the format:  
P9146MS V1.0 150304 where:  
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD,  
and P = PHOENIX.  
2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number.  
6th - 7th digit refers to the customer as MS = all standard  
customers.  
V1.0 refers to the BIOS version.  
150304 refers to the date this BIOS was released.  
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Entering Setup  
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test)  
process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <F2> key to enter  
Setup.  
Press F2 to enter SETUP  
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter  
Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. You  
may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete>  
keys.  
Control Keys  
Function  
Key  
General Help window  
<F1> or <Alt-H>  
<Esc>  
Exit this menu  
Select a different menu  
↔ arrow keys  
↑ or ↓ arrow keys  
<Home> or <End>  
<PgUp> or <PgDn>  
<F5> or <->  
<F6> or <+> or <Space>  
<F9>  
Move cursor up and down  
Move cursor to top or bottom of window  
Move cursor to next or previous page  
Select the previous value for the field  
Select the next value for the field  
Load the default configuration values for this menu  
Save and exit  
<F10>  
Execute command or enter submenu  
<Enter>  
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BIOS Setup  
Getting Help  
After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu.  
Main Menu  
The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can  
use the arrow keys ( ↑↓ ) to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted  
setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.  
Sub-Menu  
If you find a right pointer symbol (as shown in the right view) appears to the  
left of certain fields that means a sub-menu can be launched from this field. A sub-  
menu contains additional options for a field parameter. You can use arrow keys ( ↑↓  
) to highlight the field and press <Enter> to call up the sub-menu. Then you can use  
the control keys to enter values and move from field to field within a sub-menu. If you  
want to return to the main menu, just press the  
<Esc >.  
8Primary IDE Master  
8Primary IDE Slave  
8Secondary IDE Master  
8Secondary IDE Slave  
General Help <F1>  
The BIOS setup program provides a General  
Help screen. You can call up this screen from any  
menu by simply pressing <F1>. The Help screen  
lists the appropriate keys to use and the possible  
selections for the highlighted item. Press <Esc> to exit the Help screen.  
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The Menu Bar  
Once you enter PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the  
screen. On the Main Menu screen, you will see basic BIOS settings including system  
time & date, and the setup categories the BIOS supplies. Use Arrow keys to move  
among the items and menus, and make changes to the settings.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
<Enter> selects field.  
System Time  
System Date  
[17:45:55]  
[06/25/2004]  
[1.2MB 5¼ ]  
Legacy Diskette A:  
8Primary IDE Master  
[CD-ROM]  
[None]  
8Primary IDE Slave  
8Secondary IDE Master  
8Secondary IDE Slave  
8Serial ATA Channel 0 Master  
8Serial ATA Channel 1 Master  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
Language:  
[English (US)]  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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Main  
Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc.  
System Summary  
Use this menu to view system settings and CPU configurations.  
Advanced  
Use this menu to set up the items of special enhanced features available on your  
system’s chipset.  
IPMI (Optional)  
This setup screen is for IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) configura-  
tions and appears only when the MS-9569 BMC card (for Server Management)  
is installed on the mainboard.  
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BIOS Setup  
Security  
Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords.  
Boot  
Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices.  
Exit  
This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into  
the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.  
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Main  
The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and  
configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/Down  
arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>  
or <-> key to switch to the value you prefer.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
<Enter> selects field.  
System Time  
System Date  
[17:45:55]  
[06/25/2004]  
[1.2MB 5¼ ]  
Legacy Diskette A:  
8Primary IDE Master  
[CD-ROM]  
[None]  
8Primary IDE Slave  
8Secondary IDE Master  
8Secondary IDE Slave  
8Serial ATA Channel 0 Master  
8Serial ATA Channel 1 Master  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
Language:  
[English (US)]  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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System Time  
The time format is <HH> <MM> <SS>.  
System Date  
The date format is <MM> <DD> <YYYY>.  
Legacy Diskette A:  
This item allows you to set the type of floppy drive installed.  
Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave, Serial ATA Channel 0/1 Master  
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to select [Manual], [None] or [Auto] type. Note that the  
specifications of your drive must match with the drive table. The hard disk will not  
work properly if you enter improper information for this category. If your hard disk  
drive type is not matched or listed, you can use [Manual] to define your own drive  
type manually.  
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If you select [Manual], related information is asked to be entered to the following  
items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should be  
provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer.  
[Type]  
[Multi-Sector Transfers]  
Select how to define the HDD parameters  
Any selection except Disabled determines  
the number of sectors transferred per block  
Enabling LBA causes Logical Block Ad  
dressing to be used in place of Cylinders,  
Heads and Sectors.  
[LBA Mode Control]  
[Transfer Mode]  
[Ultra DMA Mode]  
Selects the method for transferring the data  
between the hard disk and system memory  
Indicates the type of Ultra DMA.  
Language  
Use this setting to set the display language of the BIOS utility.  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
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System Summary  
The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and  
configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/Down  
arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>  
or <-> key to switch to the value you prefer.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Item Specific Help  
<Enter> selects field.  
Exit  
BIOS Version:  
1.01  
Processor Speed:  
2.80GHz  
Processor 1 CPU ID:  
Processor 1 L2 Cache:  
0F31  
1024KB  
Processor 2 CPU ID:  
Not Installed  
DIMM Group #1 Status:  
DIMM Group #2 Status:  
DIMM Group #3 Status:  
Not Installed  
Not Installed  
Normal  
System Memory:  
624KB  
Extended Memory:  
260608KB  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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BIOS Version  
This setting shows the BIOS version.  
Processor Speed  
It shows the processor speed.  
Processor 1/2 CPU ID  
It shows the ID of the installed CPUs.  
Processor 1 L2 Cache  
It shows the size of the L2 cache for CPU1.  
DIMM Group #1 Status/DIMM Group #2 Status/DIMM Group #3 Status  
It shows the status of the DIMM group #1, 2, & 3.  
System Memory  
It displays amount of conventional memory detected during boot-up.  
Extended Memory  
It displays the amount of extended memory detected during boot-up.  
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Advanced  
Items in the menu are divided into several sub-menus. Each sub-menu provides  
more settings. To enter the sub-menu, highligh the sub-menu you want to configure  
and press <Enter>.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
Setup Warning  
Setting items on this menu to incorrect  
values may cause your system to malfunction.  
8Processor Settings  
8Advanced Chipset Control  
8PCI Configuration  
8Peripheral Configuration  
8Boot Features  
8DMI Event Logging  
8Console Redirection  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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Processor Settings  
Press <Enter> to view the settings of the onboard CPU(s).  
Processor Settings  
Hyper-Threading Technology:  
[Enabled]  
Hyper-Threading Technology  
The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates  
and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores  
inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions  
simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you  
disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the  
instructions. Please disable this item if your operating system doesn’t  
support HT Function, or unreliability and instability may occur. Settings:  
[Enabled], [Disabled].  
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MSI Reminds You...  
Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your  
computer system requires ALL of the following platform components:  
*
*
*
CPU:  
An Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor with HT Technology;  
Chipset: An Intel® Chipset that supports HT Technology;  
BIOS:  
OS:  
A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it  
enabled;  
An operating system that supports HT Technology.  
*
For more information on Hyper-threading Technology, go to:  
www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading  
Advanced Chipset Control  
The sub-menu is used to configure chipset features for optimal system performance.  
Advanced Chipset Control  
Enable Multimedia Timer:  
USB Host Controller:  
[No]  
[Enabled]  
Parallel ATA:  
[Both]  
Serial ATA:  
[Enabled]  
[Auto]  
Native Mode Operation:  
SATA RAID Enable:  
Wake On LAN/PME:  
Wake On Ring:  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
Wake On RTC Alarm:  
Enable Multimedia Timer  
This setting controls the multimedia timer.  
USB Host Controller  
This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB controller. Setting options:  
[Enabled], [Disabled].  
Parallel ATA  
The chipset contains a PCI IDE interface that supports two IDE channels: Pri-  
mary (IRQ 14) and Secondary (IRQ 15). Each channel supports two IDE devices,  
so the system is capable of supporting a total of four IDE devices. Select  
[Primary], [Secondary], or [Both] to activate chipset IDE interface(s) installed on  
your system board.  
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Serial ATA  
This setting allows you to enable or disable the onchip Serial-ATA controller.  
Settings: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Native Mode Operation  
Certain OS does not support Native Mode. In this mode, system BIOS will search  
all available IRQs to use for HDD.  
* New OS that supports switch to Native Mode (WinXP, Windows .NET  
Server) can set SATA and PATA to Native Mode.  
* Maximum 6 ATA devices to connect (4 for P-ATA & 2 for S-ATA).  
SATA RAID Enable  
This feature allows users to enable or disable the RAID function for each SATA  
hard disk drive. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Wake On LAN/PME  
When setting to [Enabled], the feature allows your system to be awakened from  
the power saving modes through any signal from LAN or any event on PME  
(Power Management Event). Settings: [Enabled] and [Disabled].  
Wake On Ring  
The setting specifies whether the system will be awakened from power saving  
modes when activity or input signal from the specified modem is detected.  
Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
MSI Reminds You...  
You need to install a modem card supporting power on function  
for “Wake On Ring” function.  
Wake On RTC Alarm  
This is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a  
scheduled time/date from the S3, S4, and S5 state. Setting options: [Disabled],  
[Enabled].  
PCI Configuration  
The sub-menu is used to configure the PCI interface.  
PCI Configuration  
Reset Configuration Data:  
[No]  
8Embedded SCSI  
8Embedded NIC (Gbit)  
8Embedded Video Controller  
Reset Configuration Data  
Select [Yes] if you want to clear the Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD).  
Options: [Yes], [No].  
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Embedded SCSI (Optional)  
The sub-menu is used to configure the onboard SCSI device.  
SCSI Controller (Optional)  
Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard SCSI controller.  
Option ROM Scan (Optional)  
Use this feature to initialize device expansion ROM.  
Embedded NIC (Gbit)  
The sub-menu is used to configure the onboard LAN device.  
LAN Controller  
Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller(s).  
Option ROM Scan  
Use this feature to initialize device expansion ROM.  
Embedded Video Controller  
The sub-menu is used to configure the onboard video device.  
Onboard VGA Control  
Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard VGA controller.  
Peripheral Configuration  
The sub-menu is used to configure I/O devices for optimal system performance.  
Peripheral Configuration  
Serial port A :  
Base I/O address :  
[Enabled]  
[3F8]  
Interrupt :  
[IRQ 4]  
Serial port B :  
Mode :  
[Enabled]  
[Normal]  
[2F8]  
Base I/O address :  
Interrupt :  
[IRQ 3]  
PS/2 Mouse :  
[Auto Detect]  
[Enabled]  
Legacy USB Support:  
Serial port A/B  
Setting to [Enabled] allows users to configure the base I/O address and IRQ of  
Port A/Port B manually. Selecting [Auto] allows BIOS to automatically determine  
the correct base I/O port address. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled], [Auto].  
Base I/O address  
It specifies the base I/O address for Port A/Port B. Options: [3F8], [2F8],  
[3E8], [2E8].  
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Interrupt  
It specifies the interrupt for Port A/Port B. Options: [IRQ 3], [IRQ 4].  
PS/2 Mouse  
If your system has a PS/2 mouse port and you install a serial pointing device,  
select [Disabled].  
Legacy USB Support  
Set to [Enabled] if you need to use any USB 1.1/2.0 device in the operating  
system that does not support or have any USB 1.1/2.0 driver installed, such as  
DOS and SCO Unix. Set to [Disabled] only if you want to use any USB device  
other than the USB mouse. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Boot Features  
The sub-menu controls system boot features.  
Boot Features  
Summary Screen:  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Auto]  
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen:  
QuickBoot Mode:  
NumLock:  
Post Error Pause:  
[Enabled]  
Summary Screen  
Selecting [Enabled] displays system summary screen during boot up. Options:  
[Enabled], [Disabled].  
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen  
Select [Enabled] if you want to view the system diagnostic screen during boot-  
time. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
QuickBoot Mode  
Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to boot within 5 seconds since  
it will skip some check items. Available options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
NumLock  
[On] or [Off] turns NumLock on or off at boot up. [Auto] turns NumLock on if it  
finds a numeric key pad. Options: [On], [Off], [Auto].  
POST Error Pause  
When set to [Enabled], the system will wait for user intervention on critical  
POST errors. When set to [Disabled], the system will boot with no intervention  
if possible. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
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DMI Event Logging  
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to view DMI event logging.  
DMI Event Logging  
Event Log Validity:  
Event Log Capacity:  
Valid  
Space Available  
View DMI Event Log:  
[Enter]  
Event Logging:  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
ECC Event Logging:  
Mark DMI Events as Read:  
Clear All DMI Event Logs:  
[Enter]  
[No]  
View DMI Event Log  
Press [Enter] to view the contents of the DMI event log.  
Event Logging  
This setting disables/enables the BIOS to log DMI (Desktop Management Interface)  
events. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled].  
ECC Event Logging  
This setting disables/enables the BIOS to log ECC (Error Checking & Correcting)  
events. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled].  
Mark DMI Events as Read  
Press [Enter] and a screen pops up, asking users to confirm whether or not to  
clear all DMI event logs immediately. Press [Y] and [Enter], the BIOS will clear all  
DMI event logs right away.  
Clear All DMI Event Logs  
When this setting is set to [Yes], the DMI event log will be cleared at next POST  
stage. Then, the BIOS will automatically set this option to [No]. Setting options:  
[Yes], [No].  
Console Redirection  
Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to configure Console Redirection.  
Console Redirection  
BIOS Redirection Port:  
[Disabled]  
Baud Rate:  
Flow Control:  
Console Type:  
FIFO Level:  
Console Connection:  
Continue C.R. after POST:  
# of Video Pages to Support:  
[19.2K]  
[CTS/RTS]  
[PC ANSI]  
[Level 14]  
[Direct]  
[On]  
[1]  
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BIOS Redirection Port  
This feature selects the serial port to use for Console Redirection. [Disabled]  
completely disables Console Redirection. Setting options: [Disabled], [Serial Port  
A].  
Baud Rate  
It allows you to select delay befor key repeat. Options: [300], [1200], [2400],  
[9600], [19.2K], [38.4K], [57.6K], [115.2K].  
Flow Control  
The Flow Control has to be enabled when EMP is sharing the same serial port as  
Console Redirection. The Flow Control must be set to [CTS/RTS] or [CTS/RTS+CD]  
depending on whether a modem is used. Options: [None], [XON/XOFF], [CTS/  
RTS].  
Console Type  
This feature allows you to enable the specified console type. Options: [VT100],  
[VT100, 8bit], [PC-ANSI, 7bit], [PC ANSI], [UT100+], [VT-UTF8].  
FIFO Level  
This feature allows you to enable the specified FIFO level. Options: [Level 4],  
[Level 14].  
Console Connection  
This feature indicates whether the console is connected directly to the system  
or a modem is used for connection. Options: [Direct], [Via modem].  
Continue C. R. after POST  
Selecting [On] will enable Console Redirection after OS has loaded. Options:  
[On], [Off].  
# of Video Pages to Support  
This setting controls the number of video pages to allocate for Console Redirec-  
tion when video hardware is not available.  
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IPMI (Optional)  
This setup screen appears only when the MS-9569 BMC card (for Server  
Management) is installed on the mainboard. Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to  
configure IPMI.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
IPMI Specification Version:  
BMC Device ID:  
1.5  
00  
Disables/Enables  
triggers for system  
sensor events inside  
BMC (Baseboard  
BMC Device Version:  
BMC Firmware Version:  
Platform Event Filtering:  
Change COM Port Setting:  
COM Port On BMC:  
System Event Logging:  
Clear System Event Log:  
Existing Event Log Number:  
Remaining Event Log Number:  
Event Log Control  
03  
00.03  
[Enabled]  
[No]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
255  
Management Controller)  
0
SYS Firmware Progress:  
BIOS POST Errors:  
BIOS POST Watchdog:  
OS Boot Watchdog:  
Timer for Loading OS:  
Time Out Action:  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[10]  
[No Action]  
8System Event Log  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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IPMI Specification Version  
It shows the support version of IPMI specification. (read only)  
BMC Device ID  
It shows the ID of the BMC device. (read only)  
BMC Device Version  
It shows the support version of the BMC device. (read only)  
BMC Firmware Version  
It shows the current BMC firmware version. (read only)  
Platform Event Filtering  
Setting to [Enabled] triggers the system event sensors inside BMC (Baseboard Man-  
agement Controller).  
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Change COM Port Setting  
This setting controls the COM port setting.  
COM Port on BMC  
This setting disables/enables the COM port on BMC.  
System Event Logging  
This setting disables/enables the logging of system events.  
Clear System Event Log  
Enabling this selection will force the BIOS to clear the System Event Log on the  
next boot. Options: [Disabled], [Enabled].  
Existing Event Log Number  
It shows the number of existing event logs.  
Remaining Event Log Number  
It shows the number of remaining event logs.  
SYS Firmware Progress  
Enabling this selection will log system POST progress. Options: [Enabled],  
[Disabled].  
BIOS POST Errors  
Enabling this selection will log BIOS POST errors. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
BIOS POST Watchdog  
You can enable the system watch-dog timer, a hardware timer that generates  
either an NMI or a reset when the software that it monitors does not respond as  
expected each time the watch dog polls it (select the time period in a separate  
field). Enabling this selection will enable BIOS POST watchdog. Options:  
[Enabled], [Disabled].  
OS Boot Watchdog  
You can enable the system watch-dog timer, a hardware timer that generates  
either an NMI or a reset when the software that it monitors does not respond as  
expected each time the watch dog polls it (select the time period in a separate  
field). Enabling this selection will enable OS boot watchdog. Options: [Enabled],  
[Disabled].  
Timer for Loading OS  
This setting selects the watchdog time period for loading OS.  
Time Out Action  
This setting determines the action of the watchdog timer if the OS fails to boot  
within the preset time period.  
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System Event Log  
Press <Enter> to display the System Event Log.  
System Event Log  
SEL Entry Number =  
SEL Record ID =  
SEL Record Type =  
Timestamp =  
1
0010  
02 - System Event Record  
01.13.2004 10:50:08  
Generator Id =  
20 00  
SEL Message Rev =  
Sensor Type =  
04  
01 - Temperature  
--  
Sensor Number =  
SEL Event Type =  
SEL Event Data =  
32 - TMP_S2  
81 - Upper Non-critical Going  
57 24 2A  
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Security  
This section lets you set security passwords to control access to the system  
at boot time and/or when entering the BIOS setup program. It also allows you to set  
virus protection at hard disk boot sector.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
Supervisor Password Is :  
User Password Is :  
Clear  
Clear  
Set Supervisor Password :  
Set User Password :  
[Enter]  
[Enter]  
Password on boot  
Fixed disk boot sector :  
:
[Disabled]  
[Normal]  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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Supervisor Password Is/User Password Is  
It shows the preset supervisor/user password. (read only)  
Set Supervisor Password/Set User Password  
Enabling Supervisor Password requires a password for entering Setup. The pass-  
words are not case sensitive. Pressing <Enter> at either Set Supervisor Password  
or Set User Password displays the following message:  
Set Supervisor Password  
[
[
]
]
Enter New Password:  
Confirm New Password:  
Type the password and press <Enter>. Repeat.  
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Password on boot  
Choosing [Enabled] requires a password on boot. It requires prior setting of the  
supervisor password. If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled,  
BIOS assumes the user is booting. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Fixed disk boot sector  
Write protects the boot sector on the hard disk for virus protection. It requires a  
password to format the hard disk. Options: [Normal], [Write Protect].  
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BIOS Setup  
Boot  
Use this menu to arrange and specify the priority of the devices from which  
the BIOS will attempt to boot the Operating System.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
CD-ROM Drive  
+Removable Devices  
+Hard Drive  
IBA GE Slot 0208 v1217  
IBA GE Slot 0209 v1217  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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CD-ROM Drive, Removable Devices, Hard Drive  
These are the generic types of devices on your system from which you can boot an  
operating system. You may have more than one device of each type. If so, the  
generic type is marked with a plus or minus sign. Use the <Enter> key to expand or  
collapse the devices marked with <+> or <->. Press <Ctrl+Enter> to expand all such  
devices.  
To change a device’s priority, first select it with the up-or-down arrows, and move it  
up or down using the <+> and <-> keys.  
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Exit  
The following sections describe each of the options on this menu. Note that  
<Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or  
menu bar to exit.  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility  
Main  
System Summary  
Advanced  
IPMI  
Security  
Boot  
Exit  
Item Specific Help  
Exit Saving Changes  
Exit Discarding Changes  
Load Setup Defaults  
Discard Changes  
Save Changes  
F1 Help  
Esc Exit  
↑↓ Select Item  
↔ Select Menu  
-/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults  
Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit  
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Exit Saving Changes  
When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to save the  
changes and quit.  
Exit Discarding Changes  
When you want to quit the Setup menu, you can select this option to abandon the  
changes.  
Load Setup Defaults  
The option allows users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the Optimal Defaults. The  
Setup Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically  
for the optimized performance of the mainboard.  
Discard Changes  
The option allows users to restore all of the BIOS settings to previous values.  
Save Changes  
The option allows users to save the changes without exiting Setup.  
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SCSI BIOS Setup  
Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional)  
This chapter provides information on the Small Computer Sys-  
tem Interface (SCSI) BIOS setup utility and allows you to configure  
the SCSI subsystem for optimum use.  
You may need to run the SCSI BIOS setup utility when:  
” You want to change the default SCSI controller settings for cus-  
tomized features.  
” You intend to manage any of the attached SCSI devices.  
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Entering SCSI BIOS  
Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process.  
When the message below appears on the screen, press <Ctrl> + <A> keys simulta-  
neously to enter SCSI BIOS utility.  
YYY Press <Ctrl><A> for SCSISelect(TM) Utility ZZZ  
Control Keys  
Use the following keys to navigate the SCSI BIOS menu items.  
< > < > < > <  
→
>
Move between different items  
Select the item or show the options of the  
selected item  
↑
↓
←
<Enter>  
<Esc>  
<F6>  
Exit the menu or return to the main menu from  
a submenu  
Restore the default SCSI values  
Selecting the SCSI Channel  
After entering the SCSI BIOS by pressing the <Ctrl> + <A> key combination, you will  
see the following menu appear on the screen.  
AIC-7902 A at slot 0A 03:07:00  
AIC-7902 B at slot 0A 03:07:01  
Each item represents one SCSI channel (connector). The mainboard offers dual  
onboard SCSI channels: channel A & channel B. Move the cursor to the desired  
channel and then press <Enter>.  
Selecting the Management Type  
The following screen will appear after you select the SCSI channel you intend to  
manage. The menu will list two categories for you to choose what to do with the SCSI  
channel. Move the cursor to the desired function and press <Enter>.  
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AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00  
Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run the SCSI  
Disk Utilities? Select the option and press <Enter>.  
Options  
Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings  
SCSI Disk Utilities  
Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings  
Use this option for SCSI controller configurations.  
SCSI Disk Utilities  
Use this option to manage the attached SCSI device.  
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Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings  
There are 8 items in the “Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings” screen. These  
items display or allow you to change the SCSI controller’s settings. Use the arrow  
keys to highlight the item and then press <Enter> to select the value you want in each  
item or enter each item’s sub-menu screen.  
AIC-7902 A at slot 0D, 03:07:00  
Options  
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions  
SCSI Controller ID ................................... 7  
SCSI Controller Parity .............................. Enabled  
SCSI Controller Termination ................... Enabled  
Additional Options  
Boot Device Configuration ...................... Press <Enter>  
SCSI Device Configuration ...................... Press <Enter>  
Advanced Configuration .......................... Press <Enter>  
<F6> -- Reset to SCSI Controller Defaults  
BIOS Information  
Interrupt (IRQ) Channel ........................... 11  
I/O Port Address........................................ B000h, B400h  
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions  
SCSI Controller ID  
The item is used to assign a SCSI ID to the SCSI controller. It is recommended that you  
should leave the default setting unchanged. Settings: [0]~[15].  
SCSI Controller Parity  
Use the field to enable or disable SCSI parity error checking function. If any of your  
SCSI devices does not support parity checking, disable this function. While disabling  
the function, you should disable disconnections for all devices, as parity checking for  
the reselection phase is NOT disabled. A non-parity device’s I/O operation will never  
complete if the reselection fails due to a parity error.  
SCSI Controller Termination  
In order to have the SCSI bus function properly and reliably, termination at the ends of  
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the SCSI bus is necessary. Proper termination can ensure signal on the SCSI bus will  
not reflect and cause data loss or errors. Settings options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Additional Options  
Boot Device Configuration  
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen.  
Boot Device Configuration  
Single Image  
Master SCSI Controller ..................... AIC-7902 A at slot 0A 03:07:00  
Select SCSI peripheral from which to boot  
Boot SCSI Controller ......................... AIC-7902 A at slot 0A 03:07:00  
Boot SCSI ID ....................................... 0  
Option Listed Below Has NO EFFECT if MULTI LUN Support is Disabled  
Boot LUN Number ............................ 0  
Boot SCSI Controllers  
Select either SCSI channel A (AIC-7902 A) or channel B (AIC-7902 B) to boot up  
the SCSI subsystem.  
Boot SCSI ID  
Specify a SCSI device to become the boot device by selecting its SCSI ID.  
Setting options: [0]~[15].  
Boot LUN Number  
If a boot device has multiple logical units, you must specify the boot logical unit  
number (LUN). If multiple LUN support is disabled, specifying a number here is  
useless. Setting options: [0]~[7].  
SCSI Device Configuration  
Press <Enter> and the following sub-menu screen appears. The sub-menu screen  
allows you to specify the configuration for each device on the SCSI bus.  
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SCSI Device Configuration  
#0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7  
SCSI Device ID  
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/ Sec) ........ 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320  
Packetized......................................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
QAS................................................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Initiate Wide Negotiation .............. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Enable Disconnection ..................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Send Start Unit Command ............. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
BIOS Multiple LUN Support ......... No No No No No No No No  
Include in BIOS Scan ...................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
SCSI Device ID  
#8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #14 #15  
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/ Sec) ........ 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320  
Packetized......................................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
QAS................................................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Initiate Wide Negotiation .............. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Enable Disconnection ..................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Send Start Unit Command ............. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
BIOS Multiple LUN Support ......... No No No No No No No No  
Include in BIOS Scan ...................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  
Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec)  
The field allows you to specify the maximum synchronous data transfer rate  
depending on the type of each SCSI device. Select [ASYN] to enable asynchro-  
nous negotiation for some older SCSI devices.  
Packetized  
When enabled, this option is supported by the device drivers. However, this  
option is not supported by the BIOS.  
QAS  
When enabled, this option is supported by the device drivers. However, this  
option is not supported by the BIOS.  
Initiate Wide Negotiation  
When set to [Yes], the field allows wide SCSI hard drives to use 16-bit (2 bytes)  
transfers.  
Enable Disconnection  
This field tells the SCSI controller whether or not to allow the specified SCSI  
device to disconnect during an I/O transfer operation. The disconnection ability  
frees the SCSI bus to allow other I/O processes and thus optimizes the SCSI  
bus performance. Setting options: [Yes], [No].  
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SCSI BIOS Setup  
Send Start Unit Command  
When set to Yes, the SCSI controller sends the Start Unit command to the  
specified SCSI device during bootup. The interface powers up the SCSI device  
on-at-a-time during bootup, reducing the load on the computer’s power supply.  
Setting options: [Yes], [No].  
BIOS Multiple LUN Support  
Select [Yes] when any SCSI device has multiple logical units. Setting options:  
[Yes], [No].  
Include in BIOS Scan  
Selecting [Yes] allows the SCSI controller to control the SCSI device with its  
SCSI ID. When set to [No], the SCSI controller does not control the specified  
SCSI device by not scanning for the SCSI ID during bootup, but the boot time will  
be decreased. Setting options: [Yes], [No].  
Advanced Configuration  
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen for advanced configuration.  
Advanced Configuration  
Reset SCSI Bus at IC Initialization ................................................... Enabled  
Display <Ctrl><A> Message During BIOS Initialization ............ Enabled  
Extended Int 13 Translation for DOS Drives > 1 GByte .............. Enabled  
POST Display Mode .......................................................................... Verbose  
SCSI Controller Int 13 Support ........................................................ Enabled  
Option Listed Below Has NO EFFECT if MULTI LUN Support is Disabled  
Domain Validation ............................................................................ Enabled  
Support Removable Disks Under Int 13 as Fixed Disks .............. Disabled  
BIOS Support for Bootable CD-ROM .............................................. Enabled  
Reset SCSI Bus at IC Initialization  
Selecting [Enabled] will reset the SCSI bus the first time the SCSI controller is  
initialized. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Display <Ctrl><A> Message During BIOS Initialization  
When enabled, the message “Press <Ctrl><A> for SCSISelect(TM) Utility” ap-  
pears on the screen during bootup. If disabled, the message does not show up,  
but you can still press <Ctrl> + <A> key combination to enter the SCSI BIOS  
utility. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
Extended Int 13 Translation for DOS Drives > 1 GByte  
The field allows SCSI hard disk drives greater than 1 GB to use a translation  
scheme of 255 heads, 63 sectors per track. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].  
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POST Display Mode  
The field determines how much information about your SCSI controller and  
devices appear on the screen during bootup. For the most complete information,  
choose [Diagnostic]. For a faster boot, select [Silent]. Setting options: [Verbose],  
[Silent], [Diagnostic].  
SCSI Controller Int 13 Support  
The field allows you to enable or disable the support for Int 13h. The software  
interrupt “Int 13h” is the interface through which the operating system or appli-  
cation is able to pass commands to hard disk drives, such as reading, writing  
and formatting. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled: NOT scan], [Disabled: scan  
bus].  
Domain Validation  
When enabled, these options are available if they are implemented in the device  
drivers. However, this option is not supported by the BIOS.  
Support Removable Disks Under Int13 as Fixed Disks  
When [Boot Only] is selected, only the removable media drive designated as the  
boot device will be treated as a hard disk drive. When [All Disks] is selected, all  
removable media drives supported by the BIOS are treated as hard disk drives.  
If selecting [Disabled], no removable media drive is treated as a hard disk drive  
and the removable media drives must be controlled by the OS drivers.  
BIOS Support for Bootable CD-ROM  
When enabled, the SCSI controller BIOS supports bootable CD-ROM under the  
El Torito specification. If booting from a hard disk or other device, make sure no  
bootable CD-ROM is inserted or disable this option.  
BIOS Information  
Interrupt (IRQ) Channel  
Displays the IRQ line assigned to the SCSI channel.  
I/O Port Address  
Displays the I/O port address assigned to the SCSI channel.  
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Disk Utilities  
AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00  
Select SCSI Disk and press <Enter>  
SCSI ID#0:  
SCSI ID#1:  
SCSI ID#2:  
SCSI ID#3:  
SCSI ID#4:  
SCSI ID#5:  
SCSI ID#6:  
SCSI ID#7:  
SCSI ID#8:  
SCSI ID#9:  
SCSI ID#10:  
SCSI ID#11:  
SCSI ID#12:  
SCSI ID#13:  
SCSI ID#14:  
SCSI ID#15:  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
Adaptec AIC-7902  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
AIC-7902 B at slot 0A, 03:07:00  
Select SCSI Disk and press <Enter>  
SCSI ID#0:  
SCSI ID#1:  
SCSI ID#2:  
SCSI ID#3:  
SCSI ID#4:  
SCSI ID#5:  
SCSI ID#6:  
SCSI ID#7:  
SCSI ID#8:  
SCSI ID#9:  
SCSI ID#10:  
SCSI ID#11:  
SCSI ID#12:  
SCSI ID#13:  
SCSI ID#14:  
SCSI ID#15:  
HITACHI DK32DJ-18MW  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
Adaptec AIC-7902  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
No device  
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Select the SCSI device which you want to manage by highlighting the item and press  
<Enter>. The following dialog box appears. Select the function you want to perform.  
SCSI ID# 0:  
Firmware:  
Capacity:  
HITACHI DK32DJ-18MW  
G2G2  
17GB  
Format Disk  
Verify Disk Media  
Format Disk  
The utility performs low-level formatting of a hard disk drive. The function might take  
several hours to complete.  
Verify Disk Media  
This utility verifies that the drive is functioning properly. Verifying function will scan  
for media defects on the disk.  
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Appendix B: Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for  
Intel ICH5R (Optional)  
The southbridge ICH5R provides a hybrid solution that combines two indepen-  
dent SATA ports for support of up to two Serial ATA (Serial ATA RAID) drives and  
utilizes Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID Software to support RAID levels 0 and 1  
for easy management of the storage subsystems.  
Serial ATA (SATA) is the latest generation of the ATA interface. SATA hard  
drives deliver blistering transfer speeds of up to 150MB/sec. Serial ATA uses long,  
thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside  
your PC.  
1. Supports 150 MB/s transfers with CRC error checking  
2. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator  
seek and packet chain command  
MSI Reminds You...  
All the information/volumes listed in your system might differ from the  
illustrations in this appendix.  
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Introduction  
1. Overview  
Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID with HostRAIDTM adds RAID functionality to  
the Serial ATA I/O controller by supporting RAID levels 0 and 1. HostRAID adds  
entry level RAID support to the Serial ATA I/O controller. With HostRAID, you can  
add reliable performance and full data protection.  
2. Operating System Compatibility  
ꢀ Microsoft® Windows® 2000, Windows® Server 2003, and Windows® XP  
ꢀ Linux  
- Red Hat 7.3 and 8.0  
- SuSE 8.0 and 8.1  
3. Storage Requirements  
Device drivers and storage management software require approximately 20 MB  
of disk space.  
4. Features  
Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID Software RAID supports:  
ꢀRAID levels 0, 1, and simple volume using Adaptec’s HostRAID technology.  
ꢀOperating system independent configuration and RAID creation using Adaptec  
RAID Configuration (ARC).  
ꢀEasy array configuration and status using Adaptec Storage ManagerTM  
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Browser Edition.  
Install Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition as described in Installing  
Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition.  
ꢀEvent logging and broadcasting, including messaging for alphanumeric pagers.  
5. Storage Management Software Overview  
Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID includes the following software tools to  
manage your storage subsystem:  
ꢀAdaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition—Browser-based stor-  
age management software that provides all of the creation, management,  
and data logging needed to manage arrays.  
Arrays may be set up and managed on systems using the following operat-  
ing systems:  
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Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, and Windows XP  
Red Hat Linux 7.3 and 8.0  
SuSE Linux 8.0 and 8.1  
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ꢀAdaptec RAID Configuration (ARC) Utility—Part of the controller’s built-in  
BIOS code. You start ARC by pressing Ctrl+A during BIOS startup. For details,  
see Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility.  
ꢀArray Configuration Utility (ACU)—A DOS/BIOS application used to create,  
configure, and manage arrays. For details, see Adaptec RAID Configuration  
Utility.  
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Installing the Driver  
This section describes installing the driver and setting up the new array for the drives  
attached to your controller. Before you get started, you need to select from the  
following scenarios for installing the controller driver on Windows or Linux systems:  
Installing the Driver in a New Windows System  
Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows System  
Installing Red Hat Linux 7.3 or 8.0  
Installing SuSE Linux 8.0 or 8.1  
1. Installing the Driver in a New Windows System  
In this scenario, you are installing the driver in a new system that has no operat-  
ing system. To install the driver:  
1. Create a driver disk by following the instructions from the Web site or the  
product CD.  
2. Restart the computer.  
3. If creating an array, press Ctrl-A when prompted to enter the ARC utility.  
For instructions on creating an array from the BIOS, see Adaptec RAID  
Configuration Utility. For a simple volume, skip to Step 4.  
4. When the array is finished building or if you are continuing from Step 3,  
insert the Windows setup CD and restart the system.  
5. Press F6 when prompted to install a third-party driver.  
MSI Reminds You...  
When F6 is active, a prompt appears at the bottom of the screen. Press  
F6 immediately — you only have 5 seconds. If you miss your chance,  
restart this Windows installation to complete it correctly. Otherwise,  
Windows will not recognize your controller.  
6. Insert the driver disk you created in Step 1 and wait until prompted to install  
a driver.  
7. Press S to specify that the driver is on the floppy disk, and press Enter.  
Windows searches the disk for a suitable driver.  
8. When the Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA HostRAID driver is found, press  
Enter. Follow the remaining on-screen instructions to complete your  
installation.  
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2. Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows System  
In this scenario, you are installing a driver in a system that already has a Win-  
dows operating system. To install the driver:  
1. Create a driver disk by following the instructions from the Web site or the  
product CD.  
2. Start Windows. Windows launches the Found New Hardware Wizard,  
which searches for the controller driver.  
3. Insert the driver disk you created in Step 1. Select the floppy disk drive as  
the source and click Next.  
4. If necessary, select the appropriate driver for your operating system.  
5. Click Next as needed to complete the controller installation.  
6. Remove the driver disk.  
7. If prompted, restart the computer.  
8. Your installation is complete. If you want to create an array from the BIOS,  
see Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility. If you want to create an array  
from the operating system, see Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser  
Edition.  
3. Installing Red Hat Linux 7.3 or 8.0  
ꢀ Installing the Red Hat Driver in a New Linux System  
In this scenario, you are installing the driver in a new Linux system. To install the  
driver:  
1. Obtain a driver disk from either the Web site or the product CD.  
2. Restart the computer.  
3. If creating an array, press Ctrl-A when prompted to enter the ARC utility.  
For instructions on creating an array from the BIOS, see Adaptec RAID  
Configuration Utility. For a simple volume, skip to Step 4.  
4. When the array is finished building, or if you are continuing from Step 3,  
insert the Red Hat CD Disk 1 in the CD-ROM drive and restart the system.  
5. When the Red Hat Welcome screen appears, type expert or linux dd at the  
boot prompt.  
6. When prompted, insert the driver disk (see Step 1) and select OK.  
7. Follow the prompts to set up your preferred environment.  
8. If you intend to install other third-party devices, proceed with the installa-  
tion of those devices. Otherwise, select Done.  
9. Continue with the Linux installation according to the Red Hat documentation.  
ꢀ Installing or Updating the Driver in an Existing Linux System  
To install the driver in an existing Linux system, type:  
rpm -Uvh xxx.yyy.rpm  
To update the driver in an existing Linux system, type:  
rpm -Uvh —force xxx.yyy.rpm  
where xxx is the name of the driver file and yyy is the processor type.  
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4. Installing SuSE Linux 8.0 or 8.1  
ꢀ Installing the Driver in a New Linux System  
In this scenario, you are installing the driver in a new Linux system. To install the  
driver:  
1. Obtain a driver disk from either the Web site or the product CD.  
2. Restart the computer.  
3. If creating an array, press Ctrl-A when prompted to enter the ARC utility.  
For instructions on creating an array from the BIOS, see Adaptec RAID  
Configuration Utility. For a simple volume, skip to Step 4.  
4. When the array is finished building, or if you are continuing from Step 3,  
insert the SuSE CD Disk 1 in the CD-ROM drive and restart the system.  
5. When the SuSE Installation menu appears, press the Alt key, then select  
one option from the Menu and press Enter.  
6. When prompted, insert the driver disk you created (see Step 1) and press  
any key to continue.  
7. Follow the prompts to set up your preferred environment.  
8. Continue with the Linux installation according to the SuSE documentation.  
9. When the SuSE Menu appears:  
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For SuSE 8.0 — type acpi=off at the boot options, then press Enter.  
For SuSE 8.1 — type noapic at the boot options, then press Enter.  
10. When the Linux installation is complete:  
ꢁ
For SuSE 8.0 — edit the /etc/lilo.conf file by removing:  
append=”acpismp=force”  
Run the /sbin/lilo command to update the LILO.  
For SuSE 8.1 — go to the scrip file by typing:  
edit/boot/grub/menu.lst  
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Type noapic after vga=xxx as in this example: Kernel(hd0,0)/vmlinux  
root=/dev/hdc3 vga=791 noapic  
ꢀ Installing or Updating the Driver in an Existing Linux System  
To install the driver in an existing Linux system, type:  
rpm -Uvh xxx.yyy.rpm  
To update the driver in an existing Linux system, type:  
rpm -Uvh —force xxx.yyy.rpm  
where xxx is the name of the driver file and yyy is the processor type.  
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Installing Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition  
1. Overview  
This chapter discusses the installation procedure for installing Adaptec Storage  
Manager – Browser Edition to enable remote and local management of arrays.  
2. Supported Browsers  
To run Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition, your computer must have a  
Web browser supporting JavaScript and cookies only. The following versions  
are supported:  
ꢀOn Windows  
- Internet Explorer (IE) 5.0 or later  
- Netscape 7 or later  
ꢀOn Linux  
- Adaptec-supplied and installed version of Mozilla  
- Netscape 7 or later  
When using Adaptec Storage Manager, you need to log on to your system with  
administrator privileges.  
3. Typical, Custom, and Compact Installations  
You can select from these setup options:  
ꢀTypical (default) — Supports local and remote management; however,  
Adaptec SNMP is not included.  
ꢀCustom — For expert users. Primarily used on Web servers or when you  
want to make sure SNMP and Notifier are available for a managed system.  
You can select from these components:  
* Managed System Components — If you choose this selection only,  
the installation is the same as a Compact installation.  
* Adaptec Web Server — Installs components allowing managed systems  
to communicate with Web browsers.  
* Adaptec Storage Manager Notifier — Installs messaging, including  
email and broadcaster capabilities.  
* Adaptec SNMP — Installs components used by SNMP-based applications.  
Requires Microsoft SNMP agents to be installed to function. Not included in  
a Typical installation.  
ꢀCompact — Installs only the components required on a remotely managed  
system. See Managed System Components, above.  
MSI Reminds You...  
When you perform a Typical or Compact installation, components needed  
for communication and remote management are installed automatically.  
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4. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Windows  
MSI Reminds You...  
When installing on a FAT 32 file system, the folder being installed is  
automatically hidden.  
To install Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition:  
1. Verify that a supported browser is installed. See Supported Browsers for  
details.  
2. Insert the product installation CD and wait for the Autorun executable to  
start the installation. If this does not occur, browse the CD and click  
Autorun.  
3. Click Adaptec Utilities.  
4. Click Install Adaptec Storage Manager.  
5. Click Next in the Install Shield window.  
6. Read the license agreement. If you agree to its terms, click Yes. If not, click  
No and terminate the installation. The Select a Setup Type window appears.  
It provides three types of installations: Typical, Compact, and Custom.  
See Typical, Custom, and Compact Installations for details.  
7. Choose a setup type and click Next.  
8. When you see the Destination Folder, click Next.  
9. When you see the Setup Information, click Next. The Setup Status window  
shows progress using a scroll bar. Before the scroll bar shows the instal-  
lation is completed, another window pops up indicating that a security  
certificate has been generated.  
10. Click OK. The Root Certificate Store window appears.  
11. Click Yes. The security certificate generated during installation is added to  
the Certificate Store. If you click No at this point, you will need to install  
the certificate the first time you run Adaptec Storage Manager.  
12. When prompted to restart your computer, accept the default (Yes) and  
click Finish.  
13. The system restarts to complete the installation.  
14. Remove the product installation CD before the system restarts; otherwise,  
the installation will start again.  
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ꢀ Configuring Internet Browsers on Windows  
If you are managing a local storage array and your computer uses a proxy  
server, you need to configure your browser to enable Adaptec Storage Manager  
to bypass the proxy server. Also, if you are managing remote systems, you need  
to configure Adaptec Storage Manager to bypass the proxy server when commu-  
nicating with these systems.  
The following procedures are described in this section:  
Configuring Internet Explorer for Local Management  
Configuring Internet Explorer for Remote Management  
Configuring Netscape Navigator for Local Management  
Configuring Netscape Navigator for Remote Management  
Configuring Internet Explorer for Local Management  
When using the High security setting, you must enable the following settings  
manually:  
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JavaScript  
Cookies (not stored)  
You do not need to enable the following custom level security settings for the  
local Intranet in Internet Explorer 5 and 5.5. Select Tools > Internet Options to  
access these settings:  
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ꢁ
Active Scripting  
Allow per session cookies (not stored)  
MSI Reminds You...  
In Internet Explorer 6.0 there is no security setting for cookies. Cookie  
configuration was removed from the Privacy tab. There is no setting for  
blocking Intranet cookies.  
If you are using a proxy server to access the Internet, you must bypass the proxy  
server to access the Adaptec Storage Manager Web server. To verify whether  
you are using a proxy server:  
1. From the Internet Option window, click the Connections tab.  
2. Click LAN Settings.  
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ꢁ
If the Use a proxy server box isn’t checked, exit by clicking OK. You  
aren’t using a proxy server, so ignore this setting.  
If the Use a proxy server box is checked, make sure the Bypass proxy  
server for local addresses box is also checked. Then, click the  
Advanced button. In the Exceptions window, enter localhost as an  
entry.  
You are now ready to proceed to Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser  
Edition.  
Configuring Internet Explorer for Remote Management  
If you know the IP address of the system you want to manage remotely:  
1. Choose Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings.  
2. Select Use a proxy server for your LAN > Advanced.  
3. In the Exceptions section, type the managed system’s IP address.  
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Configuring Netscape Navigator for Local Management  
MSI Reminds You...  
These instructions apply specifically to version 7 and may differ in later  
versions.  
To configure Netscape Navigator:  
1. Log in to your computer with administrator access.  
2. Select Edit > Preferences.  
3. In the Preferences window, click the right arrow on the Privacy and Secu-  
rity line. Ensure that one of the Enable cookies options is selected.  
4. Select the Advanced line. Ensure that Enable Javascript for Navigator  
is checked.  
5. Exit Navigator, then restart it. This enables any settings you have modified.  
6. You are now ready to proceed to Using Adaptec Storage Manager –  
Browser Edition.  
Configuring Netscape Navigator for Remote Management  
If you know the IP address of the system you want to manage remotely:  
1. Choose Edit> Preferences > Advanced> Proxies > Manual proxy  
configuration > No Proxy For.  
2. Type the managed system’s IP address.  
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5. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Linux  
MSI Reminds You...  
When performing this installation, keep in mind that Linux is case  
sensitive.  
To install Adaptec Storage Manager on a Linux computer and configure the de-  
sired Internet browser:  
1. Insert the product installation CD.  
2. Install the software by typing:  
sh <mount-point>/install.sh.  
The <mount-point> differs among computers, but /mnt/cdrom, /media/  
cdrom, or cdrom usually works. A Welcome window appears.  
3. Click Next. The License Agreement window appears.  
4. Read the license agreement. If you agree to its terms, click Accept. If not,  
click Cancel and terminate the installation. The Choose Setup Type win-  
dow appears. It provides three types of installations: Typical, Compact,  
and Custom. See Typical, Custom, and Compact Installations for details.  
5. Choose a setup type and click Next. The Start Copying window appears.  
6. Click Next. The Running Non-Interactive Setup window displays the files  
being loaded onto the system.  
7. Click Next when prompted. A Setup Complete window appears.  
8. Click Complete. A message window appears reminding you that any  
proxy servers must be bypassed for the RAID management application to  
work. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition  
9. Click OK. The Shell window you used to launch the installation indicates  
that some daemons are being started. The installation creates a shortcut to  
Adaptec Storage Manager in the System tab. This shortcut launches  
Adaptec Storage Manager using Mozilla. Unless the controller driver was  
installed as part of this installation, you do not need to restart your computer.  
10. Remove the product installation CD. Your computer must have a Web  
browser supporting JavaScript and cookies. To use Adaptec Storage  
Manager, you need to log on to your computer with root privileges.  
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Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition  
1. Overview  
This section describes how to use Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition  
to manage arrays. Once you are logged in, you will find convenient online help to  
guide you through the details of creating, configuring, and managing arrays.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Your controller may not support all of the features described. In most  
cases if a feature is not supported by your controller the feature does  
not appear in the interface.  
With Adaptec Storage Manager, you can:  
ꢀ Locally manage a system containing a supported Adaptec RAID controller that  
has Windows or Linux and a supported browser.  
ꢀ Remotely manage any system containing a supported Adaptec RAID control-  
ler that has Managed System Components (see Typical, Custom, and Com-  
pact Installations). You can manage a system remotely from a system that  
does not contain a RAID controller.  
These same Windows and Linux systems can also be managed remotely by  
either of these methods:  
ꢀ Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on the remote system.  
ꢀ Directing the browser on the remote system to the system you want to  
manage.  
MSI Reminds You...  
To manage an array remotely from a Linux system, install Adaptec Stor-  
age Manager on the system and use the Adaptec-supplied version of  
Mozilla as the browser.  
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2. Architecture Overview  
A locally managed system requires all of these components:  
ꢀ A supported Web browser, which should already be installed on the system.  
ꢀ The Adaptec Web service which supplies content displayed on the Web  
browser.  
ꢀ An Adaptec-supplied storage agent.  
A remotely managed system requires all of these components:  
ꢀ The remote system must contain a browser.  
ꢀ The storage agent must always be installed on the system with the RAID  
controller installed.  
ꢀ Remote and managed systems must have a TCP/IP connection.  
The Web service can be installed on the same remote system as the browser, the  
system with the RAID controller installed, or a third system.  
Communication security is ensured because Secure-HTTP (S-HTTP) or SSL pro-  
tocols are used to encrypt all transmitted data. Connection over an Ethernet  
network, a corporate WAN, or VPN are supported.  
3. Logging In  
To login:  
1. Start Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition.  
ꢀ
In Windows, click Start > Programs > Adaptec Storage Manager >  
Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition.  
ꢀ
In Linux, click Start > System > Adaptec Storage Manager. The Login  
screen appears.  
2. Enter the host name or IP address of the system you want to manage and the  
username and password you would use to log into that system.  
3. Click Login.  
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Notes: When running Adaptec Storage Manager for the first time:  
ꢀYou need to install a security certificate if you chose not to during the instal-  
lation process. For instructions see Installing a Security Certificate.  
ꢀYou are asked to register your software. For instructions see Registering  
Your Software.  
To log in from any system with a Web browser:  
1. Start the Web browser application and type the IP address for the system you  
want to access in the address bar and press Enter. For example, https://10.  
6.3.14:3513/adaptec. When connection to the remote system is established,  
the System Login screen appears.  
MSI Reminds You...  
If you are using a proxy server to access the Internet, you must bypass the  
proxy server to access the Adaptec Storage Manager Web server. See  
Configuring Internet Browsers on Windows for details.  
2. Enter the host name or IP address of the system you want to manage and the  
administrative username and password that you would normally use to log  
into that system.  
3. Click Login.  
4. Installing a Security Certificate  
If you chose not to install a security certificate when you installed Adaptec  
Storage Manager – Browser Edition, you must install the certificate when you run  
the application for the first time.  
To create the certificate:  
1. When the Security Alert window appears, click View Certificate.  
2. On the Certificate window, click Install Certificate.  
3. On the Certificate Import wizard window, click Next. The Certificate Import  
wizard window’s contents change.  
4. Accept the default, Automatically select the certificate store, and  
click Next.  
5. On the root Certificate Store window, click Yes. Another small Certificate  
Import wizard window appears.  
6. Click OK. The Certificate window mentioned in Step 2 reappears.  
7. Click OK. You are returned to the Security Alert window from Step 1.  
8. Click Yes to finish the creation and storage of the certificate.  
5. Registering Your Software  
After installing and creating a security certificate, you are asked to register the  
product. If you want click Register Now, your computer must have an Internet  
connection. If you need to delay registration, click Register Later. If you choose  
Register Later, you will be prompted to register the application the next time you  
run it.  
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6. The Basics  
An example of a typical Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition screen is  
shown below.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Depending on your operating system, browser, and color scheme you  
may notice some differences between this illustration and your screen.  
The action buttons are:  
ꢁ
Logout — Selecting Logout ends your session and returns you to the  
Login screen.  
ꢁ
Rescan — Used to rescan the configuration of the system. Typically,  
when a rescan is required, it occurs automatically, for example, after an  
array is created.  
However, the system configuration can change without Adaptec Storage  
Manager being notified. For example, drives that are inserted or removed  
from a nonintelligent enclosure or an enclosure powered on after you  
logged into Adaptec Storage Manager would not be displayed unless you  
manually rescan.  
The remaining buttons open additional windows that provide more detailed infor-  
mation and allow you to perform actions or change settings on a specific aspect  
of your storage subsystem.  
These are:  
ꢁ
ꢁ
ꢁ
ꢁ
ꢁ
Events  
Options  
Help  
Properties  
Tasks  
Immediately following the header frame is a controller information line including  
the model number of the first Adaptec RAID controller found in the system and the  
amount of cache memory (if any) installed on that controller.  
Beneath the controller information are Physical Devices and Logical Devices  
views that show connected devices and existing arrays on this controller. Con-  
troller information and device views are repeated for each additional Adaptec  
RAID controller in the system.  
Select the controller by clicking anywhere on the controller information. When the  
controller is selected, the Events, Properties and Tasks buttons change from blue  
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to amber, indicating that clicking any of them will display an additional window  
with information and options specific to this controller.  
ꢀ Pop-Up Tool Tips  
If you position the cursor over a device or button a pop-up tool tip appears. For  
buttons, the tips contain helpful information about the function of the button, while  
for devices they display additional information.  
ꢀ Physical Devices  
The Physical Devices view displays information about the drives and enclosures  
attached to the Adaptec RAID controller. The devices are shown organized by the  
channel or port that they are connected to and shown in numerical order.  
The display for each channel includes information on maximum speed capability,  
the number of the channel on the controller, and the number of devices found  
(excluding the SCSI controller).  
Selecting a channel or device will turn the Events, Properties, and Tasks buttons  
amber. This indicates that clicking any of these buttons will display an additional  
window with information and options specific to that device or channel.  
At the top of the Physical Devices view, grouped to the right of View, are three  
view selection buttons. These buttons select the physical devices connected to  
this controller.  
Changing How Drives are Displayed  
By default, the Physical Devices displays a condensed view of the controller  
configuration that hides detailed information about the drives. More information is  
available by either positioning the mouse pointer over the device or clicking on the  
arrowhead to the left of a row of devices.  
The selected display mode button will appear in a lighter shade of blue than the  
other two buttons. The default display is the Text Description View, but in the  
condensed view used when Adaptec Storage Manager is loaded, the display is  
the same in all three modes.  
If you change the display mode by selecting one of the other view buttons, a  
yellow arrow flashes to the left of any devices where the condensed display  
prevents omits information.  
An icon is always the first entry on each device line. The  
icon is used to  
represent a hard disk drive. If a + symbol appears with the hard disk drive icon  
, the drive is a hot spare. Different icons are used to represent other devices.  
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View  
is the default display mode and when expanded, will show the following  
information about each device:  
ꢁ
ꢁ
ꢁ
Capacity of the drive  
Drive manufacturer and model number  
SCSI drive ID, or Serial ATA port number  
When expanded, the Full Size Capacity View button  
and the Relative Size  
Capacity View button represent each drive as a bar. A drive that is not used as  
part of any array is shaded blue surrounded by a dotted line.  
displays a full-length bar for each drive, regardless of capacity.  
displays a bar for each drive, with the largest capacity drive full-length and  
the other drives proportional to the drive capacity, relative to the largest drive.  
Any part of a drive used in an array is shown as a gray segment within the bar.  
Selecting any gray segment will highlight it in amber and, in the Logical Devices  
view, highlight the array of which this segment is a member.  
In either the Full Size Capacity View or the Relative Size Capacity View, a small  
portion at each end of the drive may be shown in dark gray.  
The segment at the end of the drive may vary in size from drive to drive because,  
in addition to the RAID signature, the controller may also limit the usable capacity  
of each drive.  
This is done because hard disk drives of apparently the same capacity from  
different manufacturers, or even different models from the same manufacturer,  
actually vary slightly in the true capacity available. Although, in normal operation  
this is not an issue, it can be when assigning hot spares or replacing a failed  
drive.  
If the controller used the maximum capacity of each drive and a hot spare or  
replacement drive was just a few megabytes smaller, it would not be able to  
replace the failed drive. By rounding drive capacities down to the nearest 2 MB,  
this possibility is effectively eliminated.  
ꢀ Logical Devices  
As described earlier, when Adaptec Storage Manager loads, the Logical Devices  
view is expanded and you can see the arrays present on the controller.  
At the top of this view are the following buttons: Create, Modify, and Delete. Each  
button opens a wizard for the corresponding function.  
Modify allows you to:  
ꢁ
ꢁ
ꢁ
Change an array from one RAID level to another  
Expand an array  
Change the stripe size for a RAID 0  
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For detailed instructions on using these buttons, refer to the online Help.  
The main area of the Logical Devices view is used to display the arrays on this  
controller. It defaults to a condensed view of top-level arrays.  
MSI Reminds You...  
The Options button allows you to display second-level arrays if your  
controller supports them.  
In this condensed view, the RAID level of each device as well as whether it is  
protected by a hot spare, is visible.  
If a global hot spare exists, all arrays that the hot spare is large enough to protect  
will show as protected.  
In the expanded view, the icons for the arrays are arranged vertically and along-  
side them are the capacity, name, and type of array.  
Selecting an array by clicking on it will highlight the following in amber:  
ꢁ
All the drives or segments that form the array in the Physical Devices  
view.  
ꢁ
The Events, Properties, and Tasks buttons in the header frame. Se-  
lecting any of these three buttons displays a new window with addi-  
tional information and options specific to that array.  
MSI Reminds You...  
For Windows Server 2003 only—to see animated icons on Adaptec  
Storage Manager - logical devices, go to Internet Explorer Proper-  
ties/Advanced/Multimedia, and check Play animations in Web  
Pages option.  
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Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility  
The Adaptec RAID Configuration (ARC) utility is an embedded BIOS utility that includes:  
ꢁ
Array Configuration Utility (ACU)—Used to create, configure, and man-  
age arrays.  
ꢁ
Disk Utilities—Used to format or verify disks.  
To run ARC, press Ctrl+A when prompted by the following message during the  
system startup:  
Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility  
The ARC menu appears, presenting these options:  
ꢁ
ꢁ
Array Configuration Utility (ACU)  
Disk utilities  
To select an option from this menu, or from any of the menus within ARC, browse  
with the arrow keys and then press Enter. In some cases, selecting an option  
displays another menu. To return to the previous menu at any time, press Esc.  
1. Using the Array Configuration Utility  
The Array Configuration Utility (ACU) enables you to create, manage, and delete  
arrays from the controller’s BIOS, and initialize drives.  
ꢀ Managing Arrays  
Use the Manage Arrays option to view array properties and members, and  
delete arrays. The following sections describe these operations in greater detail.  
Viewing Array Properties  
To view the properties of an existing array:  
1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A.  
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility (ACU).  
3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays.  
4. From the List of Arrays dialog box, select the array you want to view and press  
Enter. The Array Properties dialog box appears, showing detailed information  
on the array. The physical disks associated with the array are displayed here.  
5. Press Esc to return to the previous menu.  
Deleting Arrays  
MSI Reminds You...  
Back up the data on an array before you delete it. Otherwise, all data on  
the array is lost. Deleted arrays cannot be restored.  
To delete an existing array:  
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC  
utility.  
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility (ACU).  
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3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays.  
4. Select the array you wish to delete and press Delete.  
5. In the Array Properties dialog box, select Delete and press Enter. The follow-  
ing prompt is displayed:  
Warning!! Deleting the array will render array unusable. Do you want to delete  
the array?(Yes/No):  
RAID 1 only—the following prompt is also displayed:  
Deleting the partition will result in data loss! Do you also want to delete the  
partition? (Yes/No):  
6. Press Yes to delete the array or partition or No to return to the previous menu.  
7. Press Esc to return to the previous menu.  
ꢀ Creating Arrays  
Before creating arrays, make sure the disks for the array are connected and  
installed in your system. Note that disks with no usable space, or disks that are  
uninitialized are shown in gray and cannot be used. See Initializing Disk Drives.  
To create an array:  
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC  
utility.  
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility (ACU).  
3. From the ACU menu, select Create Array.  
4. Select the disks for the new array and press Insert. To deselect any disk,  
highlight the disk and press Delete.  
5. Press Enter when both disks for the new array are selected. The Array  
Properties menu displays.  
Assigning Array Properties  
MSI Reminds You...  
Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot  
change the array properties using the ACU. Instead, use Adaptec Stor-  
age Manager - Browser Edition.  
To assign properties to the new array:  
1. In the Array Properties menu, select an array type and press Enter. Note that  
only the available array types, RAID 0 and RAID 1, are displayed. Each of these  
types requires two drives.  
2. Type in an optional label for the array and press Enter.  
3. For RAID 0, select the desired stripe size. Available stripe sizes are 16, 32, and  
64 KB (default).  
MSI Reminds You...  
Adaptec recommends that you do not change the default.  
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4. Create RAID via allows you to select between the different creation methods  
for RAID 0 and RAID 1. The following table gives examples of when each is  
appropriate.  
Notes:  
ꢁ Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained on the  
new drive. Otherwise, all data will be lost.  
ꢁ If you stop the Build or Clear process on a RAID 1 from ACU you can only  
restart it from Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition. (See Chapter  
4 for details.)  
ꢁ A RAID 1 created using the Quick Init option may return some data  
miscompares if you later run a consistency check. This is normal and is  
not a cause for concern.  
ꢁ The ACU allows you to use drives of different sizes in a RAID 1. During a  
build operation however, only the smaller drive can be selected as the  
source or first drive.  
ꢁ When migrating from single volume to RAID 0, migrating from a larger drive  
to a smaller drive is allowed. However the destination drive must be at  
least half the capacity of the source drive.  
ꢁ Adaptec does not recommend that you migrate or build an array on Win-  
dows dynamic disks (volumes), as it will result in data loss.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Do not interrupt the creation of a RAID 0 using the Migrate option. If you  
do, there is no way to restart, and no way to recover the data that was on  
the source drive.  
5. When you are finished, press Done.  
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ꢀ Initializing Disk Drives  
If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new array  
or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part  
of an array. Drives attached to the controller must be initialized before they can be  
used in an array.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Initializing a disk overwrites the partition table on the disk and makes  
any data on the disk inaccessible. If the drive is used in an array, you  
may not be able to use the array again. Do not initialize a disk that is  
part of a boot array. To determine which disks are associated with a  
particular array, see Viewing Array Properties.  
To initialize drives:  
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC  
utility.  
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility (ACU).  
3. Select Initialize Drives.  
4. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the disk you wish to initialize and  
press Insert.  
5. Repeat Step 4 so that both drives to be initialized are selected.  
6. Press Enter.  
7. Read the warning message and ensure that you have selected the correct disk  
drives to initialize. Type Y to continue.  
2. Using the Disk Utilities  
The Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard  
disks.  
To access the disk utilities:  
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC  
utility.  
2. From the ARC menu, select Disk Utilities.  
3. Select the desired disk and press Enter.  
You are offered the following options:  
ꢁ Format Disk—Simulates a low-level format of the hard drive by writing  
zeros to the entire disk. Serial ATA drives are low-level formatted at the  
factory and do not need to be low-level formatted again.  
MSI Reminds You...  
Formatting destroys all data on the drive. Be sure to back up your data  
before performing this operation.  
ꢁ Verify Disk Media—Scans the media of a disk drive for defects.  
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Glossary  
A
activity  
See task.  
ACU  
Array Configuration Utility. An application used to create, configure, and manage  
arrays from the controller’s BIOS or MS-DOS.  
array  
A logical disk created from available space and made up of one or more segments on  
one or more physical disks. Arrays are typically used to provide data redundancy or  
enhanced I/O performance. See also volume, spanned volume, RAID 0, RAID 1. Also  
known as a container.  
array initialization  
See initialize.  
ATA  
AT Bus Attachment. Standard parallel interface to IDE hard disks typically used in  
desktop computers and some entry-level servers. Serial ATA (SATA), is a successor  
to parallel ATA, which is sometimes referred to as PATA.  
available space/segment  
Unused space on an initialized disk from which logical devices (arrays) are created.  
When an array is deleted, the space that it used is returned to the available space  
pool.  
B
background consistency check  
Option that forces the controller to constantly check all portions of disks used by all  
arrays to see if the disks can return data from the blocks. See also consistency  
check command.  
bad segment  
Segment that is in an unknown state.  
bootable array  
Array configured as the boot device.  
build  
Background initialization of a redundant array. The array is accessible throughout.  
RAID 1 copies the contents of the primary drive to a secondary drive. See also clear.  
bus  
See channel.  
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C
cache  
Fast-access memory on the controller that serves as intermediate storage for data  
that is read from, or written to, drives.  
capacity  
Total usable space available in megabytes or gigabytes.  
channel  
Any path, or bus, used for the transfer of data and the control of information be-  
tween storage devices and a RAID controller. For Serial ATA channels, each channel  
has a single drive capacity.  
chunk  
See stripe.  
clear  
Foreground initialization of a fault-tolerant array. A clear operation zeros all blocks of  
the array. The array is not accessible until the clear task is complete.  
concatenation  
Joining of physical or logical drives in sequential order.  
consistency check command  
Command that reads all the blocks of a RAID 1 to determine if the blocks are consistent.  
Any inconsistent blocks are fixed.  
D
dead partition  
See failed.  
dedicated hot spare  
Component that can take the place of a failed component only on the fault-tolerant  
array to which it is explicitly assigned.  
degraded  
A redundant (for example, a RAID 1) array in which one or more members have failed.  
The data is intact but redundancy has been compromised. Any further failure would  
cause the array to fail and result in data loss.  
disk  
Physical disk drive. Randomly accessible, re-writable data storage device. Also called  
hard disk.  
disk ID  
Unique disk identifier that consists of the channel number, SATA ID. For example,  
(channel:ID:LUN) 1:04:0. See also channel.  
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drive LED  
Disk indicator LED that illuminates during read or write operations.  
E
event  
Notification or alert from the system, indicating that a change has occurred.  
event log  
File used to maintain information about prior controller activities or errors.  
event notification  
Process for transmitting events.  
F
failed  
State of a nonredundant array that has suffered a single drive failure, or a redundant  
array that has suffered multiple drive failures. A failed array is inaccessible and data  
is lost.  
fault-tolerant array  
Refers to an array that can continue to function after a disk drive failure without loss  
of data. Fault tolerant, or redundant arrays, include RAID 1 arrays. See also Redundant.  
foreign disk  
Disk that has previously been initialized on another Adaptec RAID controller. The RAID  
signature on the disk allows the RAID controller to identify whether or not the disk  
was initialized on the controller it is currently connected to.  
H
hard disk drive  
Basic unit of nonvolatile, nonremovable, magnetic storage media. See also disk.  
hot swap  
To remove a component from a system and install a new component while the power  
is on and the system is running.  
I
impacted  
An impacted array is one which has been created but for some reason the initial build  
operation did not complete. All member drives are present and operational, and all  
data written to the array is protected. To optimize the array, run a Verify with Fix Task.  
initialize  
Process of preparing a disk for use by the controller. When a disk is initialized, the  
controller records the RAID signature on the disk.  
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initialized array  
An array that is ready for data reads and writes. Arrays can be initialized by build or  
clear.  
L
legacy disk  
Disk that contained a valid partition table when connected to the controller. The  
controller manages the disk as a legacy disk array where there is a one-to-one  
logical-to-physical mapping of array to disk.  
logical device  
Volume comprised of space from one or more physical drives and presented to the  
operating system as if it were a single storage unit.  
low-level format  
Process performed by the drive firmware that completely cleans any data off the  
hard disk.  
M
mirrored array/mirroring  
See RAID 1.  
monitoring  
Process of receiving, displaying, and logging system events.  
O
offline array  
Array that can no longer be accessed.  
optimal  
The state of an array when it is fully operational. For redundant arrays, the entire  
array is protected.  
P
partition  
A section of a disk storage device created by the operating system disk management  
program, in which data and/or software programs are stored. Computers have a  
primary operating system partition that contains the special files needed to boot the  
computer. Each operating system partition is assigned a unique drive letter, such as  
C or D. A single disk device can have multiple partitions.  
phantom object  
Object that represents a component that cannot be configured by the controller  
management software; for example, a missing drive.  
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Q
quick init  
An array initialized using the Quick Init option is available immediately, with no on-  
going background controller activity. All data written to an array that has been quick  
initialized is protected.  
R
RAID  
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (alternative definition Redundant Array of  
Inexpensive Disks).  
RAID 0  
A single-level array consisting of two or more equal-sized segments residing on  
different disks. RAID 0 distributes data evenly across its respective drives in equal-  
sized sections called stripes. RAID 0 arrays are not redundant.  
RAID 1  
Single-level array consisting of two equal segments residing on two different drives.  
Provides redundancy by storing identical copies on two drives. See also mirrored  
array/mirroring.  
RAID signature  
The area on each disk reserved for use by the RAID controller.  
RAID volume  
Concatenates two or more arrays of the same type.  
rebuild  
Background regeneration of redundant data on a RAID 1.  
redundant  
The ability of an array to maintain operability when one or more hardware failures  
occur. RAID 1 is redundant. In the event of a drive failure, redundant arrays can be  
restored to normal operation by replacing the failed drive and rebuilding the array.  
rescan  
Process of updating the current screen to show all currently available resources.  
S
Serial ATA (SATA)  
A successor to ATA that uses a serial, instead of parallel, interface.  
simple volume  
A volume made up of disk space from a single disk. It can consist of a single region on  
a disk or concatenated, multiple regions of the same disk.  
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single-level array  
Array created from one or more segments. See also volume, spanned volume, RAID  
0, RAID 1.  
snapshot  
Instantaneous read-only copy of an array at a precise point in time.  
spanned volume  
A simple volume that spans two or more drives.  
stripe  
Contiguous set of data distributed across all the disks in an array. A striped array  
distributes data evenly across all members in equalized sections called stripes.  
stripe size  
The amount of data in each section of a striped array.  
striped array  
See RAID 0.  
T
task  
An operation that occurs only on the RAID controller, asynchronous to all other  
operations; for example, initializing a disk or verifying an array. Some tasks can take  
an extended period of time, particularly if the RAID controller is also performing  
intensive data I/O while the task is running.  
V
verify  
Low-level check that a drive, logical device, or hot spare is good. In a RAID 1, verify  
is a low-level check that contents of both members’ segments are consistent and,  
optionally, corrects errors while assuming that the master drive is correct. In a simple  
volume, verify performs a low-level check that the whole drive can be read.  
volume  
See simple volume, spanned volume.  
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