Intel D425KT BLKD425KT Manual Do Utilizador

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SMBIOS is a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) compliant method for managing 
computers in a managed network.   

The main component of SMBIOS is the Management Information Format (MIF) 
database, which contains information about the computing system and its 
components.  Using SMBIOS, a system administrator can obtain the system types, 
capabilities, operational status, and installation dates for system components.  The 
MIF database defines the data and provides the method for accessing this information.  
The BIOS enables applications such as third-party management software to use 
SMBIOS.  The BIOS stores and reports the following SMBIOS information: 
•  BIOS data, such as the BIOS revision level 
•  Fixed-system data, such as peripherals, serial numbers, and asset tags 
•  Resource data, such as memory size, cache size, and processor speed 
•  Dynamic data, such as event detection and error logging 
Non-Plug and Play operating systems require an additional interface for obtaining the 
SMBIOS information.  The BIOS supports an SMBIOS table interface for such operating 
systems.  Using this support, an SMBIOS service-level application running on a 
non-Plug and Play operating system can obtain the SMBIOS information.  Additional 
board information can be found in the BIOS under the Additional Information header 
under the Main BIOS page.