Intel SE7520BD2-D2 manual Number, Revision

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Revision HistoryIntel® Server Board SE7520BD2/SE7520BD2-D2

 

 

 

Revision History

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revision

 

 

 

Date

Number

Modifications

 

 

August 2004

1.0

Initial Draft

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September, 7

1.1

Added several cards and removed [ ] limitation from several cards that had

 

 

2004

 

limited testing. Removed Adaptec ASR 3410S,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September 28th,

1.2

Added support for the Intel® SRCZCRX MROMB card. Removed reference

 

 

2004

 

to the unsupported Intel® SRCZCR MROMB card.

 

 

October 14th,

1.3

Added support for 3 PCI-Express cards.

 

 

2004

 

 

 

 

October 22,

1.4

Added support for the Intel® SRCU42E PCI-Express Card.

 

 

2004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

November 3,

1.5

Removed Advanced IMM reference which isn’t shipping yet.

 

 

2004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

November 9th,

1.6

Added Fujitsu hard-drives.

 

 

2004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January

1.9

Added the supported OSes and APs on SE7520BD2-DDR2 SKUs

 

 

25th,2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 19th, 2006

2.0

Added RHEL4.0+UP4 OS into THOL as the last time OS refreshment

 

 

 

Added newly supported hard drives

 

 

 

 

Added newly supported adapters

 

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Contents SE7520BD2/SE7520BD2-D2 Number RevisionDisclaimers Table of Contents Introduction Test OverviewAdapter / Peripheral Compatibility and Stress Testing Pass/Fail Test Criteria Page Identifier # Configuration Board Type Bios RevisionBase System Firmware Revision MBMCSupported Operating Systems Operating System Certifications Operating System Certification Listing CommentsRtified&vendor=399&class=8#list Adapters and Peripherals Manufacturer Red HatPCI Scsi Model Number Interface Comments PCI Fiber Channel & HBAModel Name Red Hat Advanced Linux* 3.0 U1PCI NIC Cdrom Drives ModemsUSB/PS2 Devices DVD Drives Model Name Model Number Interface CommentsTape Drives Removable Drives 12 KVMPage Operating Family Systems Scsi Hard Drives Hard Disk DrivesIdentifier number Operating System Serial ATA Sata Hard Drives Operating Family SystemsParallel ATA Pata Hard Drives WD360GC Installation Guidelines C44688-701, C444686-701 or later revisionsInstallation Guidelines

SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2-D2 specifications

The Intel SE7520BD2 and SE7520BD2-D2 are server motherboards designed for high-performance computing environments. Built on the Intel architecture, these motherboards cater to the demanding needs of enterprise-level applications, virtualization, and data-intensive processes.

One of the standout features of the SE7520BD2 series is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors, which allows users to harness multiple cores for parallel processing. This capability significantly enhances system performance, making it ideal for tasks such as database management, web hosting, and large-scale computations. The motherboard is equipped with a Socket 604, enabling compatibility with a range of Intel Xeon processors, thus offering flexibility for system upgrades.

Memory support is another critical aspect of the SE7520BD2. The motherboard features eight DIMM slots, supporting DDR2 RAM with speeds of up to 400 MHz. This design allows for substantial memory capacity, with configurations supporting up to 32 GB of memory. The advanced memory architecture helps ensure robustness, stability, and low latency, which are crucial for memory-intensive applications.

The motherboard also includes several integrated technologies to enhance performance and reliability. Among these is Intel’s PCI Express technology, which provides high-speed connectivity for peripheral devices, including graphics cards and storage solutions. This feature is essential for building high-performance systems that require fast data transfer rates.

In terms of storage, the SE7520BD2 supports SATA for connecting hard drives and solid-state drives. It features up to six SATA ports, enabling extensive storage options that can accommodate the needs of large databases and extensive file storage. The availability of RAID support further enhances data integrity and redundancy, making it suitable for critical applications.

Security features on the SE7520BD2 series include support for various enterprise-level management tools, such as Intel Active Management Technology, which facilitates remote management and monitoring of servers. This is particularly valuable for IT administrators in maintaining system health and security.

In conclusion, the Intel SE7520BD2 and SE7520BD2-D2 motherboards provide a robust platform for high-performance applications. With its support for dual Xeon processors, extensive memory capacity, and advanced connectivity options, these motherboards can meet the rigorous demands of modern enterprises while delivering reliability and efficiency. Whether deployed in data centers, enterprise server environments, or for specific computational tasks, the SE7520BD2 series stands out as a reliable choice for organizations looking to optimize their computing power.