Intel SRCSAS18E User Manual

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Basic Input/Output System. Software that provides basic read/write capability. 

Usually kept as firmware (ROM based). The system BIOS on a server board is used 

to boot and control the system. The BIOS on your host adapter acts as an extension 

of the system BIOS.

The way a computer is setup; the combined hardware components (computer, 

monitor, keyboard, and peripheral devices) that make up a computer system, and the 

software settings that allow the hardware components to communicate with each 

other.

A program that allows a microprocessor (through the operating system) to direct the 

operation of a peripheral device.

A software procedure in which a host queries a device to determine its ability to 

communicate at the negotiated data rate.

Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. A memory chip 

typically used to store configuration information. It provides stable storage for long 

periods without electricity and can be reprogrammed. See NVRAM.

A SAS device installed outside the computer cabinet. These devices are connected 

together using specific types of shielded cables.

The computer system in which a storage adapter is installed. It uses the storage 

adapter to transfer information to and from devices attached to the SCSI bus.

A circuit board or integrated circuit that provides a device connection to the 

computer system.

A SAS device installed inside the computer cabinet. These devices are connected 

together using an unshielded ribbon cable.

The part of a computer’s memory which is directly accessible by the CPU (usually 

synonymous with RAM).

Non-volatile Random Access Memory. An EEPROM (Electronically Erasable 

Read-Only Memory chip) used to store configuration information. See EEPROM.

A piece of hardware (such as a video monitor, disk drive, printer, or CD-ROM) used 

with a computer and under the computer’s control. SCSI peripherals are controlled 

through a SAS Intel

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 RAID Controller SRCSAS18E.