Chapter 1: Introduction

Quick Reference ( X6DVA-4G/X6DVA-EG)

(*Please refer to Chapter 2 for pin definitions.)

Jumper

Description

Default Setting

J13/J15

PCI #1/PCI-X #5,#6 to System SMB On (Connected)

JA1(*Note)

SCSI Channel Term. Enable

Off (Enable)

JBT1

CMOS Clear

See Chapter 2

JPA1(*Note)

SCSI Controller Enable

Pins 1-2

(Enabled)

JPF

Power Force on

Open (Disabled)

JPG1

VGA Enable

Pins 1-2

(Enabled)

JPL1/JPL2

LAN1/LAN 2 Enable/Disable

Pins 1-2

(Enabled)

JPR1

Power Fail Alarm Reset

Open (Disabled)

JWD

Watch Dog Enable

Pins 1-2 (Reset)

 

Connector

Description

 

ATX PWR (PW1)

Primary 24-pin ATX PWR Connector (Required)

12V PWR (PW2)

12V 8-pin PWR Connector(Required)

COM1 (J4)/COM2 (J5) COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connector/Header

DIMM 1A-3B(J18-J23)

Memory (RAM) Slots(1A,1B, 2A,2B, 3A,3B)

DS1-DS5, DS7-DS8

Onboard LED Indicators (*See Chapter 2)

 

DS7/DS8:POST Code LED (*See Chpt.2 & App.A)

DS9

System LED (*See Chapter 2)

FAN 1-6

CPU/Chassis Fan Headers

GLAN 1/2

G-bit Ethernet Ports

IDE1(J44), IDE2(J38)

IDE1/2 Hard Disk Drive Connectors

J1

VGA Connector

J2

Keyboard/Mouse

J10

Parallel (Printer) Header

J24

Floppy Disk Drive Connector

J28

SCSI Connector (*X6DVA-4G only)

J41

IPMI Connector

JF1

Front Control Panel Connector

JF2

PWR LED (Pins1-3), Speaker (Pins 6-7)

JL1

Chassis Intrusion Header

JSLED

Serial ATA LED

PCI#1/PCI-E#4

PCI-#1 32-bit slot/PCI-E#4 x4 PCI-E(@2GB/sec)

PCI#5/PCI#6(J9B1/J8B1)64-bit PCI-X 100/PCI-X 133 slot

PW3

Power SMB

PW4

PWR FAIL

SATA0/1(JS0/JS1)

Serial ATA0 Header(JS0), Serial ATA1Header(JS1)

WOL (JWOL)

Wake-on-LAN Header

WOR (JWOR)

Wake-on-Ring Header

USB 0/1(J3)

(Back Panel) Universal Serial Bus Ports

USB 2/3

(Front Panel) Universal Serial Bus Headerss

(*Note: for the X6DVA-4G only)

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American Megatrends Quick Reference X6DVA-4G/X6DVA-EG, Jumper Description Default Setting, Connector Description

X6DVA-EG, X6DVA-4G specifications

American Megatrends is renowned for its innovative server and motherboard solutions. The X6DVA-4G and X6DVA-EG motherboards are notable examples that cater to enterprise-level applications and high-performance computing environments. Both motherboards are designed to support the latest advancements in technology while providing robust features for reliable performance.

The X6DVA-4G is an ATX motherboard that boasts dual Socket 604 configurations, allowing it to support dual Intel Xeon processors. This dual-processor setup significantly enhances computing power, making it suitable for resource-intensive applications, such as virtualization, high-performance computing, and database management. Its support for up to 64GB of DDR2 ECC memory ensures data integrity and stability during critical operations, providing an additional layer of reliability that is crucial for enterprise environments.

On the other hand, the X6DVA-EG offers similar capabilities while integrating different feature sets that cater to specific needs. Both boards support PCI-X and PCIe expansion slots, which allow for flexible hardware configurations. This expandability is vital in businesses where evolving technology demands can lead to the need for additional peripherals and components.

A standout feature of these motherboards is their comprehensive support for RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5. This functionality enhances data security and recovery, ensuring that critical information remains intact in the event of hardware failure. Additionally, both motherboards come equipped with multiple SATA interfaces for robust storage options, which are essential for handling large volumes of data.

Furthermore, Intel's Xeon processors, paired with the X6DVA series motherboards, enable advanced thermal management and power efficiency features. This is essential not only for maintaining optimal performance but also for reducing operational costs in data centers.

In conclusion, American Megatrends' X6DVA-4G and X6DVA-EG motherboards maintain the company's reputation for quality and reliability in high-performance computing solutions. With their dual-processor capabilities, extensive memory support, RAID functionality, and flexibility for expansion, these motherboards are exceptional choices for businesses looking to enhance their computing infrastructure. Their combination of performance, efficiency, and reliability makes them integral components for modern server solutions.