M54E2 PCI/EISA Dual Pentium Processor System Board Manual .
M54E2 PCI/EISA Dual Pentium Processor System Board Manual Document Number: 06-00210-06, Rev. 2C June 1996 221 Warren Ave.
Copyright Notices Copyright 1994, 1995, 1996 Micronics Computers, Inc. The information contained in the M54E2 PCI/EISA Dual Pentium Processor system board manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. Micronics assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document. Micronics makes no commitments to update or to keep the information in this manual at a current level when changes are made to the product.
Contents Section 1: Introduction ............................................ 1-1 Features ..................................................................................... 1-2 Software Compatibility ............................................................. 1-2 M54E2 Quick Installation........................................................ 1-3 Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 ......................... 2-1 Static Electricity ........................................................................
Setup ......................................................................................... 4-2 Running the Setup Procedure ................................................... 4-3 Setting the Main Screen ............................................................ 4-3 Setting the Advanced Screen .................................................... 4-7 Security Screen ........................................................................4-11 Exit Screen .................................................
Appendix E: Updating the System BIOS ............... E-1 FCC Warning Statement ......................................... F-1 Declaration of Conformity ...................................... F-2 Glossary ................................................................... G-1 Limited Warranty .................................................. W-1 Non-Warranty Service ........................................... W-2 Index ..........................................................................
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Section 1: Introduction 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Micronics M54E2. The M54E2 is a highperformance system board designed to be a foundation for advanced systems and applications. The M54E2 is a dual Pentium processor board. You can operate the M54E2 with a single Pentium processor or add a second matching processor for increased performance. Additional features include onboard support for two IDE hard drives, two floppy drives, a bi-directional parallel port and two high speed serial ports.
Section 1: Introduction Features The M54E2 includes the following features: Dual Pentium processor support for 75, 90, 100, 120, 133, 150, 166 and 200MHz processors Two 32-bit PCI slots, five 32-bit EISA slots and one shared (PCI or EISA) slot L2 Write-back cache support (256K or 512K) PCI: Intel Neptune chipset PCEB/ESC EISA Bridge I/O: SMC 665 Super I/O controller Support for up to 512MB of onboard system memory ISA IDE controller (supports two drives) Floppy controller for two floppy drives (supports 36
Section 1: Introduction M54E2 Quick Installation We know that many experienced people prefer to read as little of the documentation as possible. If this sounds like you, here’s the short form: 1. Make backup copies of your installation and configuration diskettes. 2. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static discharge, then remove the M54E2 from its packaging. 3. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper settings. (See Jumper Settings in Chapter 2). 4.
Section 1: Introduction 8. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to match your configuration. If installing an IDE drive, select the IDE device you wish to configure. Press with Autotype Fixed Disk selected and the BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you (see Chapter 4). 9. After you have configured the Main Setup menu, make any desired setting configurations in the Advanced and Security menu.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 2 Configuring the M54E2 Although the M54E2 system board is packaged in protective materials, it is important to use care while unpacking and setting up. Static Electricity The M54E2 is shipped from the factory in an antistatic bag. To reduce the possibility of damage, it is important to neutralize any accumulated static charges on your body before handling the board. The best way to do this is to ground yourself using a special wrist or ankle strap.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 M54E2 System Board Figure 2-1: M54E2 System Board 2-2 M54E2 System Board Manual
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 Jumper Settings Table 2-1: Jumper settings to select between write-back and writethrough cache. Jumper W1 Function Settings Write-through Write-back (default) Close Open Table 2-1: Cache Type Selection Table 2-2: Jumper settings to select the speed of the CPU.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 Table 2-4: Jumper settings to set the CPU voltage regulator selection. Jumper W28 Function Settings VRE (Vcc3=3.6V) Open VR/STD (Vcc3=3.45V) (default) Close Table 2-4: CPU VRE Selection Table 2-5: Jumper settings to set the onboard IDE IRQ. Jumper Function Settings W25 IRQ14 (default) 1-2 Table 2-5: Onboard IDE Controller Selection Table 2-6: Jumper settings to select parity checking or non-parity checking DRAM.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 Table 2-8: Jumper settings to select the type of video installed. Jumper Function W20 Settings Monochrome Color (default) Open Close Table 2-8: Video Selection Table 2-9: Jumper settings to enable or disable the PS2 mouse. Jumper W21 Function Settings Disable IRQ12 (PS/2 Mouse) Open Enable IRQ12 (PS/2 Mouse) (default) Close Table 2-9: PS/2 Mouse Selection Table 2-10: Jumper settings to recover the flash BIOS from the boot block.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 Table 2-12: Jumper settings to enable or disable the APIC selection for Novell Network use. NOTE: Disable only if you are running Novell 3.12.
Section 2: Configuring the M54E2 Table 2-13: Case and peripheral connections.
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Section 3: Installing the M54E2 3 Installing the M54E2, System Memory, CPUs and Peripherals This section explains how to install the M54E2 system board, SIMMs, CPUs and peripherals. WARNING: Before installing or removing any peripherals or components, make sure you have a clear work space and that you adhere to all anti-static precautions described on page 2-1. Micronics recommends only trained technicians install and configure the system board.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installation of the M54E2 The installation of the M54E2 system board depends on the type of case you use. The M54E2 is a standard AT motherboard and is likely to be limited to tower cases. Prior to installing the M54E2, make sure you have a clear work space available and adhere to all anti-static precautions.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 System Memory System memory devices, commonly known as SIMMs (Single Inline Memory Modules), are necessary to operate the M54E2 system board. The M54E2 has eight SIMM sockets and can be upgraded to 512 Megabytes of RAM. This section will explain the type of SIMMs supported, list the rules of adding memory to the M54E2, give some examples of common memory configurations, and show how to physically install the new SIMMs.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Common Memory Configurations The table below lists the most common memory configurations. The M54E2 will accept the following combination of SIMMs as long as the rules in the previous section are followed.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing the SIMMs To install the SIMMs, locate the memory banks on the system board and perform the following steps: 1. Hold the SIMM so that the notched edge is aligned with the notch on the SIMM socket (Figure 3-1). 2. Insert the SIMM at a 45 degree angle. 3. Gently push the SIMM into an upright position until it locks into place (past the release tabs). Figure 3-1: Installing a 72-Pin SIMM Removing SIMMs To remove SIMMs, follow the steps below: 1.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing a CPU The M54E2 is designed to support dual Pentium processors. Follow the steps below to install the main or the second processor: 1. Turn off the computer and remove its cover. 2. Locate the ZIF socket illustrated in Figure 2-1. 3. Lift the lever of the socket. 4. Locate pin 1 on the processor and pin 1 on the socket (Figure 2-1). Gently place the processor into the socket, making sure pin 1 on the processor and pin 1 on the socket are aligned. 5.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing Cache Memory In addition to the 16K of internal (L1) cache built into the Pentium processors, the M54E2 also supports external (L2) cache. The M54E2 is available with 256K or 512K external cache. To upgrade to 512K cache, install eight 32Kx8-15ns 3.3V SRAMs into the open SRAM sockets (Figure 3-2). After installing the cache upgrade, refer to Table 2-4 for the correct external cache jumper settings.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing a PCI Peripheral Card Micronics PCI slots accommodate all PCI peripherals that meet the PCI 2.0 specifications. Complete the following steps to install a PCI card: 1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. 2. Choose an unused PCI slot and remove the slot cover. 3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert the card at an angle. 4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure the card is fully inserted. 5.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing an EISA Peripheral Card Micronics EISA slots accommodate all EISA peripherals that meet the EISA standard. Complete the following steps to install an EISA card: 1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. 2. Choose an unused EISA slot and remove the slot cover. 3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert the card at an angle. 4. Carefully push the card straight down, making sure the card is fully inserted. 5.
Section 3: Installing the M54E2 Installing a Plug & Play Peripheral Card Micronics EISA slots accommodate all ISA Plug & Play peripherals that meet the Plug and Play standard. Complete the following steps to install a Plug and Play card: 1. Turn the computer system off and remove its cover. Note the slot number where you choose to install the Plug and Play card. You will need this information when you run the EISA configuration utility. 2. Choose an unused EISA slot and remove the slot cover. 3.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility 4 The BIOS Setup Utility Configuration After the M54E2 system board and all hardware is installed, the system is ready for configuration. Before turning on the computer, make sure all cables are correctly connected and all jumpers are correctly set. It is recommended you keep the computer cover off the first time you boot the system. If you have any difficulties, they will be easier to correct. Initial Boot Up Power up the M54E2.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Setup The Setup program is used to configure the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System). The computer’s BIOS is responsible for configuring the motherboard and providing hardware information to the operating system. In order for the computer to run properly, run the Setup procedure after first installing the system board and whenever you make a hardware change to the system.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Running the Setup Procedure The M54E2 system board has four primary CMOS configuration screens: the Main Screen (Figure 4-2), the Advanced Screen (Figure 4-4), the Security Screen (Figure 4-7), and the Exit Screen (Figure 4-9). To toggle between the screens, press the right arrow <→> and the left arrow <←> keys.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility up and down arrows<↑/↓> to highlight the System Date and follow the same procedure used to set the time. Diskette A or B To configure a floppy drive added to or removed from your computer, use the up and down arrow keys <↑/↓> to select the drive you wish to set. Use the <+/-> keys to change the setting until it matches the floppy drive you have installed. The BIOS supports 2.88MB, 1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720KB, and 360KB floppy drives.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Cache State This category enables or disables the external (L2) cache. Figure 4-3: IDE Device Submenu Autotype Fixed Disk The easiest way to set your IDE devices is to let the BIOS do it for you. When the IDE Device submenu first appears, the Autotype Fixed Disk selection is highlighted. Simply press ENTER and the remaining information is entered automatically. Do not adjust the rest of the settings unless absolutely necessary.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Multiple-Sector Transfers This category determines the number of sectors per block for multiple sector transfers. The options are Disabled (default), 2 Sectors, 4 Sectors, 8 Sectors, and 16 Sectors. IDE Transfer Mode This category provides the transfer mode for the IDE controller. The default setting is Standard mode. 32-Bit I/O This category allows you to enable the 32-bit I/O function of the IDE controller. Select Disabled if your drive will not run at this speed.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Setting the Advanced Screen The first page of the Advanced Screen (Figure 4-4) has two submenus: Boot Options (Figure 4-5) and Integrated Peripherals (Figure 4-6). Use the up and down arrows <↑/↓> to select a menu and press . Figure 4-4: Advanced Setup Screen Boot Options The Boot Options Submenu (Figure 4-5) has several useful options. Use the up and down arrow keys <↑/↓> to select a category and the plus and minus keys <+/-> to change the settings.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Figure 4-5: Boot Options Submenu Boot Sequence This category selects the order the system searches for a boot disk and can be set for: A: then C: C: then A: C: only Swap Floppies This category can be set to remap the floppy drives. It can be set for NORMAL (default) or SWAPPED. For normal operation, Drive A: and Drive B: work normally. When “Swapped” is selected, Drive A: becomes Drive B:, and Drive B: becomes Drive A:.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Post Errors When enabled, this category allows the system to display the “Press to resume, to SETUP” and pause if errors occur during boot. If disabled, the system will ignore any errors and will always attempt to boot. Numlock at Boot This selection activates Numlock upon boot. Setting this to Auto activates Numlock if the BIOS detects a numeric keyboard. It may also be turned ON or OFF.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility COM Port B COM Port B may be set for COM2 (default), COM1, COM3, COM4 or may be disabled. LPT Port The parallel port may be set for 378-IRQ7, 278-IRQ7 or Disabled (default). LPT Mode The parallel port mode may be set for output mode bidirectional (default), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP), Extended Capabilities Port (ECP), or Output Only. Diskette Controller The floppy disk controller may be enabled or disabled. ISA IDE Controller Enables the ISA IDE adapter.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Security Screen The Security Screen (Figure 4-7) controls access to the computer. The security screen allows for settings of two passwords. The Supervisor Password allows access to the system and Setup. The User Password will allow access to the system, but not to all Setup features. Figure 4-7 Security Setup Screen Supervisor Password is If a Supervisor Password has been set up for the system, it will read “Supervisor Password is ENABLED.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Figure 4-8 Supervisor Password Submenu Type the password and press the key. Retype the password and press the key again. Write down the password somewhere safe so it will not be forgotten. The password may be disabled by setting the new password to nothing (pressing the key without first typing a password). WARNING: If you forget the Supervisor Password, it cannot be disabled without discharging the CMOS.
Section 4: BIOS Setup Utility Selecting User (default) will give floppy disk access to both the user and the supervisor. If the passwords are enabled, this option may only be changed by the supervisor. Fixed Disk Boot Sector This category allows the boot sector of the fixed disk to be write protected. The default setting is Normal. When set for Write Protect, it serves as a form of virus protection. If the passwords are enabled, this option may only be changed by the supervisor.
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Section 5: EISA Utility 5 EISA Utility Introduction The M54E2 is shipped with the Micro Computer System EISA Configuration Utility. The EISA Configuration Utility is a software utility designed to configure EISA peripherals. The MCS EISA utility is designed to optimize the performance of your EISA peripherals and to maintain conflict-free configuration information. This is achieved through a series of initialization commands stored in nonvolatile memory.
Section 5: EISA Utility Starting the Utility Perform the following steps to start the EISA utility: 1. Insert the System Configuration diskette into Drive A (or B). 2. At the A: prompt, type “cf” and press . The Configuration Introduction screen will appear (Figure 5-1). .
Section 5: EISA Utility Main Menu After pressing , the main menu appears. The main menu lists five steps for configuring the system board. To select a step, highlight the appropriate selection, and press . Figure 5-2 shows the main menu. Figure 5-2 EISA Configuration Main Menu Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information Step 1 provides seven pages of useful information on the configuration utility. Read this prior to using the utility.
Section 5: EISA Utility Step 2: Add or Remove Boards When you select Step 2, the utility scans and locates the EISA boards installed. This section allows you to add or remove any EISA, PCI, and ISA Plug and Play peripherals. Beyond physically adding or removing the boards, it is important that you run this utility in order for your system to run properly. When you select “Step 2: Add or Remove Boards,” the following screen (Figure 5-3) will appear.
Section 5: EISA Utility Figure 5-4 Adding an EISA Configuration (CFG) File When you are finished installing the EISA CFG files, press the key.
Section 5: EISA Utility Step 3: View or Edit Details When you select the “View or Edit Details” menu (Figure 5-5), a display of your system resources appears. You may edit this menu to optimize the system performance and allocation of resources. If you need to change information on this menu, select the item you wish to change and press . Figure 5-5 View or Edit Details Menu Advanced Submenu The Advanced submenu (Figure 5-6) will allow you to make specialized configuration adjustments.
Section 5: EISA Utility Figure 5-6 Advanced Submenu Lock/Unlock Boards Locking a board will prevent changes from being made to a board’s settings. You may lock or unlock each board individually. View Additional Systems Information Menu This is another submenu that will allow you to view board specifications, system specifications, used resources and available resources. Set Verification Mode Menu You may set this for Automatic (default) or Manual.
Section 5: EISA Utility Step 4: Examine Switches or Print Report Examine Switches This section displays a listing of the motherboard jumper settings. Print Report This feature is not currently supported. Step 5: Save and Exit Save the new configuration when you exit the utility. When you select Step 5, the Save and Exit Screen appears. It will give you the option of saving the new configuration or returning to the Main menu.
Appendix A: Post Messages A POST Messages The following table lists the Power On Self Test (POST) messages, possible causes and solutions. Message DISKETTE DRIVE A FAILURE Possible Cause Solution Drive A failed or is missing. Check Setup and cable connections. DISKETTE DRIVE B FAILURE Drive B failed or is missing. Check Setup and cable connections. EXTENDED RAM FAILED AT OFFSET: nnnn Extended memory not working or configured properly. Replace defective memory.
Appendix A: Post Messages Message A-2 Possible Cause Solution MONITOR TYPE DOES NOT MATCH CMOS Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. Run Setup and enter correct monitor type. OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND Operating system cannot be located on Drive C: or Drive A: Check Setup to see if Drive A: and C: are properly configured, or put a bootable disk in Drive A: PARITY CHECK 1 nnnn Parity error found in the system bus. Check Setup. Board repair may be required.
Appendix B: Beep and POST Codes B Beep and POST Codes Beep codes are a series of beeps sent through the speaker that indicate a problem during the Power On Self Test (POST). If text appears on the video screen, the M54E2 has completed POST; any other tone from the speaker indicates something other than a POST error. These tones are not described in Table B-1. The beep error codes are a series of beeps. The duration of the beep tones are constant, but the length of the pauses between the beeps varies.
Appendix B: Beep and POST Codes Code 02 04 06 08 09 0A 0C OE OF 10 11 12 14 16 18 1A 1C 20 22 24 28 2A 2C 2E 32 34 35 37 38 39 3A 3C 3D 40 42 44 46 47 48 49 B-2 Beeps 2-2-3 3-1-1 3-1-3 3-4-1 3-4-3 2-1-2-3 POST Routine Description Verify Real Mode. Get CPU type. Initialize system hardware. Initialize chipset registers with initial POST values. Get in POST Reg. Initialize CPU registers. Initialize cache initial POST values. Initialize I/O. Initialize the localbus IDE. Initialize Power Management.
Appendix B: Beep and POST Codes Code 4A 4C 4E 50 51 52 54 56 58 5A 5C 60 62 64 66 68 6A 6C 6E 70 72 74 76 7C 7E 80 82 84 86 88 8A 8C 90 91 92 93 94 96 98 9A Beeps 2-2-3-1 POST Routine Description Initialize all video adapters in system. Shadow video BIOS ROM. Display copyright notice. Display CPU type and speed. Initialize EISA board. Test keyboard. Set key click if enabled. Enable keyboard. Test for unexpected interrupts. Display prompt “Press F2 to enter SETUP”. Test RAM between 512 and 640k.
Appendix B: Beep and POST Codes Code 9C 9E A0 A2 A4 A8 AA AC AE B0 B2 B4 B6 B8 BC BE BF C0 D0 D2 D4 D6 D8 DA DC E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC ED EE B-4 Beeps POST Routine Description Set up Power Management. Enable hardware interrupts. Set time of day. Check key lock. Initialize typematic rate. Erase F2 prompt. Scan for F2 keystroke. Enter SETUP. Clear in-POST flag. Check for errors. POST done - prepare to boot operating system. One beep. Check password (optional). Clear global descriptor table.
Appendix C: Hard Disk Drive Types C Hard Disk Drive Types The following table lists the hard disk types supported by M54E2.
Appendix C: Hard Disk Drive Types Type 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 C-2 Cylinders Heads 823 809 830 830 1024 1024 615 1024 925 10 6 7 10 5 8 8 8 9 Write Precomp 512 128 none none none none 128 none none Sectors Size 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 26 17 71 42 50 72 44 71 42 109 72 M54E2 System Board Manual
Appendix D: Technical Information D Specifications Part Number: 09-00210-118 (256K Cache) 09-00210-119 (512K Cache) Main Processor: 75, 90 120, 133, 150, 166, 200MHz Pentium processor Second Processor: 75, 90 120, 133, 150, 166, 200MHz Pentium processor Chipset: Intel Neptune Chipset Intel PCEB/ESC EISA Bridge SMC 665 Super I/O controller CPU Clock Select: Frequency synthesizer chip. Jumper selectable CPU selection Form Factor: Full size (12" x 13.8").
Appendix D: Technical Information I/O Ports: Built in support Two high speed serial ports (16550 compatible) One bi-directional parallel port - Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) compatible - Microsoft and Hewlett Packard Extended - Capabilities Port (ECP) compatible Floppy Port: Supports two floppy drives (2.88, 1.44, 1.
Appendix D: Technical Information Battery Disposal WARNING: Please do not open battery, dispose of in fire, recharge, put in backwards or mix with used or other battery types. The battery may explode or leak and cause personal injury.
Appendix D: Technical Information Technical Support If you need technical assistance, our Technical Support staff will be glad to assist you. You can contact us via telephone, fax or Bulletin Board System (BBS). Before calling please have the following information ready: ❏ The model name and 09 part number of your Micronics product. ❏ Your computer information such as CPU type, operating system, amount of installed memory and other peripherals installed in your computer.
Appendix D: Technical Information Online Services Bulletin Board (BBS) In the United States: Technical Support BBS - 14400 baud rate, Parity=N, Data Bits=8, Stop Bits=1, YMODEM and ZMODEM (recommended file transfer protocols) (510) 651-6837 In Europe: United Kingdom Technical Support BBS Germany Technical Support BBS France Technical Support BBS (44) 1 256 63373 49-89-6881686 +33 14 784 7057 World Wide Web You will find information on product support, new product releases and other categories of informat
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Appendix E: Updating the System BIOS E Updating the System BIOS The Micronics motherboards are designed so that the BIOS can be reprogrammed using a BIOS file. You can easily FLASH a BIOS by following the steps below: 1) After downloading the appropriate BIOS file from our BBS, extract it to a bootable MS-DOS 6.X diskette. 2) Reboot your system with the MS-DOS 6.X diskette in the A: drive. To make sure a clean DOS environment is loaded, press the F5 key while “Starting MS-DOS” is displayed.
Appendix E: Updating the System BIOS E-2 M54E2 System Board Manual
FCC Statement FCC Warning Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directives 89/336/EEC. Standards to which the conformity is declared: EN50082-1 Manufacturer's Name: Micronics Computers, Inc. Manufacturers Address: 221 Warren Avenue Fremont, California 94539 USA Telephone: (510) 651-2300 Fax: (510) 651-9450 Type of Equipment: Motherboard (AT form factor) Full Tower Computer Model Name: M54E2 Tested by: Rockford Engineering Services, Inc. 9959 Calaveras Road P.O. Box 543 Sunol, CA.
Glossary Glossary 16550 UART - A high speed chip for controlling serial ports. Although unnecessary for a mouse, it is required for modems that are 14,400 baud or faster. Boot - To start up the computer and load the operating system software. See cold boot and warm boot. 486DX - A type of 32-bit CPU with a built-in math-coprocessor and internal cache. Bus - A group of electronic paths used to send data between parts of the system.
Glossary Disk Drive - A hardware device which provides for the storage of data on diskettes or hard metal disks that have a magnetic coating. A disk drive functions by spinning at high speed while moving a device called the read/write head across the disk’s surface in order to read or write data in magnetic code. DRAM - An acronym for Dynamic Random Access Memory. A type of memory chip that only keeps its memory if supplied with regular clock pulses and a chance to regularly refresh its data.
Glossary LBA - An acronym for Logical Block Addressing. Any IDE hard drive that is larger than 528MB. Math Coprocessor - A microprocessor designed specifically for performing mathematical calculations. A math coprocessor performs these calculations faster than the CPU, and by doing so, frees the CPU for other activities. Megabyte (MB) - 1,024 Kilobytes or 1,048,576 bytes. Mini AT - A standard system board size measuring approximately 8.5" x 9.5".
Glossary SCSI II - An interface standard that adds features to the SCSI standard. These include 32-bit data transfer, command queuing, Fast SCSI, and support for a wider variety of peripherals. SCSI III - A proposed standard that will support transfer rates of up to 40MB/sec. Serial - A type of data transmission in which the data is sent one bit at a time over a single wire. See Parallel. Serial Port - A communications port used to connect peripherals such as modems and mice.
Warranty Limited Warranty Except as described below, Micronics warrants the products to be free from defects in material and workmanship in normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Should any product fail to perform according to this warranty at any time during the warranty period, except as provided below, Micronics or its authorized service centers will, at Micronics’ option, repair or replace the product at no additional charge.
Warranty Micronics will not be liable for any lost profits or any indirect, special incidental or consequential damages in connection with the product, even if Micronics has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Micronics makes no warranties or representations as to performance of products or as to service to distributor or to any person, except as set forth in Micronics; limited warranty accompanying delivery of product.
Index Index B Battery Disposal - D-3 Beep and POST Codes - B-1 BIOS Configuration - 4-1 Setup - 4-2, 4-3 Bulletin Board System (BBS) - D-5 C Configuring the M54E2 - 2-1 CPU - 3-6 D Diagram (M54E2) - 2-2 E EISA EISA Configuration - 5-1 Installing an EISA Peripheral Card - 3-9 Environmental Specifications - D-2 H Hard Disk Drive Types - C-1 Help Bulletin Board System (BBS) - D-5 Telephone Numbers - D-5 Troubleshooting - A-1 X-1 M54E2 System Board Manual
Index I Installation Cache Memory - 3-7 CPU - 3-6 EISA Configuration - 5-1 Installing your M54E2 - 3-1 PCI Peripheral Card -3-8 Plug and Play Peripheral Card - 3-10 Quick Installation - 1-3 J Jumper Settings - 2-3 M M54E2 System Board Diagram - 2-2 Memory Configurations - 3-4 Installing - 3-5 Removing - 3-6 Supported - 3-3 O Online Services - D-5 P Plug and Play Peripheral Card - 3-10 POST Messages - A-1 X-2 M54E2 System Board Manual
Index S Specifications - D-1 System BIOS - 4-1 T Technical Specifications - D-1 Technical Support - D-4 Troubleshooting - A-1 U Updating the System BIOS - E-1 Utility Programs Advanced Screen - 4-7 EISA - 5-1 Exit Screen - 4-13 IDE Device Submenu - 4-5 Main Screen - 4-3 Security Screen - 4-11 W World Wide Web - D-5 M54E2 System Board Manual X-3
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