Intel R1000EP series, Service Manual

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Server Utilities
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Server System R1000EP Service Guide
Upgrading the BIOS
Follow the instructions in the readme file that came with the BIOS upgrade. When the update
completes, remove the bootable media from which you performed the upgrade.
Caution:
Do not power down the system during the BIOS update process! The system will reset
automatically when the BIOS update process is completed.
Note:
You may encounter a CMOS Checksum error or other problem after reboot. If this happens,
shut down the system and boot it again. CMOS checksum errors require that you enter Setup, load
BIOS defaults, check your settings, save your settings, and exit Setup.
Clearing the Password
If the user or administrator password(s) is lost or forgotten, moving the password clear jumper into
the "clear" position clears both passwords. The password clear jumper must be restored to its original
position before a new password(s) can be set.
1. Power down the system. Do not unplug the power cord.
2. Open the server system. For instructions on removing the system cover, see “Removing the
System Cover”.
3. Locate the Password Clear jumper block at board.
4. Move the jumper from the normal operation position, that is, Password Clear Protect position
(covering pins 1 and 2) to the Password Clear Erase position (covering pins 2 and 3). See
“System Recovery Jumpers”.
5. Wait ten seconds.
6. Move the Password Clear jumper back to the Password Clear Protect position (covering pins 1
and 2).
7. Close the server system.
8. Power up the server.
The password is now cleared and can be reset by going into the BIOS setup.
Restoring the BIOS Defaults
If you need to restore the BIOS default settings, the BIOS Default jumper will need to be used.
1. Power down the system; do not disconnect the AC power.
2. Open the server system. For instructions on removing the system cover, see “Removing the
System Cover”.
3. Locate the BIOS Default jumper block at board.
4. Move the jumper from the normal operation position (covering pins 1 and 2) to the Set Default
position (covering pins 2 and 3). See “System Recovery Jumpers”.
5. Wait five seconds.
6. Return the BIOS Default jumper to the normal position (covering pins 1 and 2).
7. Close the server system.