Intel S5500BC User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Dr. Kristina RossAug 12, 2025
What to do if the power light does not light on my Intel Server Board?
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  james23Aug 12, 2025
  If the power light on your Intel Server Board doesn't illuminate, start by ensuring you've pressed the power-on button and that the server's AC power cord is securely connected. Check if other devices function correctly when plugged into the same outlet. Some ATX power supplies have a switch near the fan; verify it's turned on. If issues persist, try removing all add-in cards and booting the system. If successful, add the cards back one at a time, rebooting after each. Also, ensure memory DIMMs and processors meet system requirements and are properly seated. Finally, check chassis standoffs to prevent shorts.
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Kent BakerAug 20, 2025
Why are the system cooling fans not rotating properly on my Intel Server Board?
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  Grant PageAug 20, 2025
  If the cooling fans on your Intel Server Board aren't rotating correctly, first check if the power light is on. If not, refer to the troubleshooting steps for 'Power Light Does Not Light'. If your system has fan LEDs, check if any are lit. Also, observe if other front panel LEDs are lit. Use the server management subsystem to check the fan status and see if any fan motors have stopped. Determine if the fans have sped up due to overheating or a fan failure. Ensure the fan power connectors, front panel board cable, and power supply cables are properly connected to the server board. Check for shorted wires caused by pinched cables or improperly forced power connector plugs.
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Johnny McleanAug 23, 2025
How to troubleshoot connection issues with an Intel S5500BC Server Board?
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  Christy PetersonAug 25, 2025
  If you cannot connect to a server using your Intel Server Board, ensure the network cable is securely connected to the correct connector on the system's back panel. Try using a different network cable. Verify that you are using the correct and current drivers, and that the driver is loaded with the protocols bound. Make sure the hub port is configured for the same duplex mode as the network controller. Confirm that the correct networking software is installed. If directly connecting two servers, use a crossover cable. Finally, check the network controller LEDs next to the NIC connectors.
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Chad FordAug 27, 2025
What to do if the drive activity light does not light on my Intel Server Board?
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  Eric CardenasAug 27, 2025
  If the drive activity light on your Intel Server Board doesn't light up, start by checking if the drive's power and signal cables are properly installed. Ensure all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set correctly and that the drive is properly configured. If the light is always on, the signal cable may be incorrectly plugged in. If using the onboard diskette controller, verify in the BIOS setup that 'Onboard Floppy' is set to 'Enabled'; if using an add-in controller, ensure it's set to 'Disabled'.
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Christina MossAug 30, 2025
Why is the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive activity light not lighting up on my Intel Server Board?
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  Cameron SmithAug 31, 2025
  If the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive activity light doesn't illuminate on your Intel Server Board, verify that the drive's power and signal cables are properly installed. Also, check that all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set correctly, and confirm the drive is properly configured.
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lynnlaurenSep 4, 2025
Why are the characters distorted or incorrect on my Intel Server Board?
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  Ryan MillerSep 4, 2025
  If characters appear distorted or incorrect on your Intel Server Board, first, ensure the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor are properly adjusted. Next, check that the video monitor's signal and power cables are securely installed. Finally, test the video monitor by plugging it into a different system to see if it functions correctly.
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Casey MorrisSep 7, 2025
What to do if Intel S5500BC Server Board boots when installing PCI card?
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  Timothy CastilloSep 7, 2025
  When installing a PCI card, if your Intel Server Board unexpectedly boots, power off the server using the power button on the front. Then, unplug the AC power cord(s) from the server before proceeding.