Intel SE7320VP2, User Manual

Contents 

Contents 

1

Server Board Features................................................................................. 15

Connector and Header Locations ......................................................................................... 17

Configuration Jumpers .......................................................................................................... 18

Back Panel Connectors......................................................................................................... 21

Hardware Requirements ....................................................................................................... 22

Processor ..................................................................................................................... 22

Memory ....................................................................................................................... 22

Optional Hardware ................................................................................................................ 24

Storage Devices ........................................................................................................... 24

2

Hardware Installations and Upgrades ........................................................ 25

Before You Begin .................................................................................................................. 25

Tools and Supplies Needed .................................................................................................. 25

Installing and Removing Memory.......................................................................................... 25

Installing DIMMs........................................................................................................... 25

Removing DIMMs......................................................................................................... 27

Installing or Replacing the Processor.................................................................................... 28

Installing the Processor ................................................................................................ 28

Removing a Processor ................................................................................................. 30

RJ45 Serial Port Configuration.............................................................................................. 31

Installing a PCI, PCI-X, or PCI-Express* Add-in Card .......................................................... 32

Replacing the Backup Battery............................................................................................... 32

3

Server Utilities .............................................................................................. 34

Using the BIOS Setup Utility ................................................................................................. 34

Starting Setup .............................................................................................................. 34

If You Cannot Access Setup ........................................................................................ 34

Setup Menus ................................................................................................................ 34

Upgrading the BIOS .............................................................................................................. 36

Preparing for the Upgrade............................................................................................ 36

Upgrading the BIOS ..................................................................................................... 37

Clearing the Password .......................................................................................................... 37

Clearing the CMOS ............................................................................................................... 38

4

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 39

Resetting the System ............................................................................................................ 39

Problems following Initial System Installation ....................................................................... 40

First Steps Checklist..................................................................................................... 40

Hardware Diagnostic Testing ................................................................................................ 41

Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights ........................................................ 41

Confirming Loading of the Operating System .............................................................. 41

Specific Problems and Corrective Actions ............................................................................ 42

Power Light Does Not Light.......................................................................................... 42

No Characters Appear on Screen ................................................................................ 43

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