Running The System Configuration Utility - Compaq Smart Array 221 User Manual

Chapter 5
Running the System
Configuration Utility
The Compaq System Configuration Utility is used to easily configure the
hardware installed in or connected to the server. This utility allows the server to
know how each piece of hardware is to be handled when communicating with it.
The System Configuration Utility performs a wide range of configuration
activities, including the following:
Configures PCI boards automatically
Provides switch and jumper settings
Resolves resource conflicts in areas such as memory, port addresses, and
interrupts (IRQs)
Manages the installation of memory, processor upgrades, and mass
storage devices such as hard drives, tape drives, and diskette drives
Sets and stores power-on features like date and time
Stores configuration information in nonvolatile memory
Assists in the installation of the operating system
Assists in running diagnostic tools such as TEST and INSPECT
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