Preface; About This Manual - Intel S5500HCV - Server Board Motherboard Service Manual

Preface

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing and using the Intel
When a feature varies from the Intel
noted in this document. Unless specified, features apply to both the Intel
Board S5500HCV.
This manual is written for system technicians responsible for troubleshooting, upgrading, and repairing this server
board. This document provides a brief overview of the features of the board/chassis, list of accessories or other
components you may need, troubleshooting information, and instructions on how to add and replace components on
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the Intel Server Board S5520HC / S5500HCV. For the latest version of this manual, refer to:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5520HC/
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 provides a brief overview of the Intel
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 screen, 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"
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, front 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
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The Intel Server Board S5520HC and S5500HCV are compatible with the following Intel
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Intel Server Chassis SC5600Base
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Intel Server Chassis SC5600BRP
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Intel Server Chassis SC5600LX
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Intel Server Chassis SC5650DP
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Intel Server Chassis SC5650BRP
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Intel® Server Board S5520HC and S5500HCV Service Guide
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Server Board S5520HC / S5500HCV.
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Server Board S5520HC to the Intel
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Server Board S5520HC / S5500HCV. In this chapter, you will find a
for a link to the Technical Product Specification.
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Server Board S5500HCV, the difference is
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Server Board S5520HC and Intel
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Server Chassis:
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