8 GlossaryROM(Read-Only Memory) A type of memory device that usually is used to store system BIOScode. This code cannot be altered and is not lost when the computer is powered off. Seealso BIOS, EPROM, and flash EPROM.RS-232C portAn industry standard serial port. See also serial port.SSAF-TE(SCSI Accessed Fault Tolerant Enclosure) A specification for monitoring the state of thedrives and enclosure environment (fan, power supply, temperature, etc.) using the SCSI busto indicate faults.saveTo store information on a floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, or some other permanentstorage device.SCSI(Small Computer System Interface) An industry standard interface that provides high-speedaccess to tape drives, hard disk drives, and other peripheral devices.SEL(System Event Log) A record of system management events. The information storedincludes the name of the event, the date and time the event occurred and data pertinent tothe event. Event data may include POST error codes that reflect hardware errors or softwareconflicts within the system.serial communicationInformation sent sequentially, one bit at a time.serial portThe connector on the back of your computer that allows the transfer of data between thecomputer and a serial device, such as a mouse, a modem, or a serial printer.setup programThe program that you use to change the configuration of some ISA desktop and notebookcomputers. This program also contains information about the hardware in the computer.softwarePrograms with specific functions, such as word processing, data base management,communications, and operating system.SRAM(Static RAM) A temporary storage area for data and programs. This type of memory doesnot need to be refreshed, but it is lost when the computer is powered off. See also NVRAMand RAM.
