Intel® Server Board S3420GPRX User Guide vii
Preface
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing and using the Intel
®
Server Board S3420GPRX.
This manual is written for system technicians who are responsible for troubleshooting,
upgrading, and repairing this server board. This document provides a brief overview of
the features of the board/chassis, a list of accessories or other components you may need,
troubleshooting information, and instructions on how to add and replace components on
the Intel® Server Board S3420GPRX User Guide. For the latest version of this manual,
see http://support.intel.com/suppor
t/motherboards/server/S3420GP/.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 provides a brief overview of the Intel
®
Server Board S3420GPRX. In this
chapter, you will find a list of the server board features, photos of the product, and product
diagrams to help you identify components and their locations.
Chapter 2 provides instructions on using the utilities shipped with the board or that may be
required to update the system. This includes how to navigate through the BIOS Setup
screens, perform a BIOS update, and reset the password or CMOS. Information about the
specific BIOS settings and screens is available in the Technical Product Specification. See
"Additional Information and Software" for a link to the Technical Product Specification.
Chapter 3 provides instructions on adding and replacing components. Use this chapter for
step-by-step instructions and diagrams for installing or replacing components such as the
memory, processor, control panel board, and battery, among other components.
Chapter 4 provides troubleshooting information. In this chapter, you will find BIOS error
messages and POST code messages. You will also find suggestions for performing
troubleshooting activities to identify the source of a problem.
Product Accessories
This server board is compatible with the following Intel
®
Server Chassis:
• Intel
®
Server Chassis SR1630 and SR1630H
You may need or want to purchase one or more of the following accessory items for your
server:
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