SUPER MICRO Computer X8DTE-F, X8DT6-F user manual Supermicro X8DT6/X8DTE, Processor, System Memory

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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS

Supermicro X8DT6/X8DTE

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BIOS Build Version: This item displays the BIOS revision used in your sys- tem.

BIOS Build Date: This item displays the date when this BIOS was completed.

Processor

The AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of the processor used in your system:

•CPU Type: This item displays the type of CPU used in the motherboard.

•Speed: This item displays the speed of the CPU detected by the BIOS.

•Physical Count: This item displays the number of processors installed in your system as detected by the BIOS.

•Logical Count: This item displays the number of CPU Cores installed in your system as detected by the BIOS.

System Memory

This displays the size of memory available in the system:

•Size: This item displays the memory size detected by the BIOS.

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Contents USER’S Manual Manual Revision 1.1a Release Date April 4 About this Motherboard Manual Organization About this ManualConventions Used in the Manual PrefacePage Headquarters Contacting SupermicroEurope Asia-PaciﬁcTable of Contents Table of Contents Security Settings Boot Conﬁguration Exit Options Starting Bios Setup UtilityBios Error Beep Codes Installing Software Programs Conﬁguring Supero DoctorIntroduction OverviewX8DT6/X8DT6-F Image Ipmi Dedicated LAN is for X8DT6-F/X8DTE-F only X8DT6/X8DT6-F/X8DTE/X8DTE-F LayoutDifferences between the models Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only Motherboard LayoutSlot 4 PCI-E 2.0 x8 is available on the X8DTE/X8DTE-F MotherboardLED CPU Motherboard FeaturesExt. ATX 12.00 L x 13.00 W 304.80 mm x 330.20 mm Bios ﬂash upgrade utility and device driversIntroduction System resource alert via Supero Doctor Block Diagram of the 5520 Platform Introduction PC Health Monitoring Special FeaturesSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator Acpi FeaturesMain Switch Override Mechanism Wake-On-LAN WOLSuper I/O Power SupplyPage Page Installation Installation Instructions Motherboard InstallationTools Needed Phillips Screwdriver Pan head #6 screwsSocket Clip Load Plate Processor and Heatsink InstallationGently lift the socket clip to open the load plate Plastic CapLoad Plate Socket KeysInstalling a CPU Heatsink Removing the Heatsink Dimm Installation Memory InstallationDimm Module Population Conﬁguration DIMMs Dimm Type Speeds 5V DIMMsPossible System Memory Allocation & Availability 35V DIMMsBack Panel Connectors/IO Ports Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsPS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Pin Deﬁnitions ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortsDeﬁnitions Universal Serial Bus USBBack Panel USB USB 0/1 Front Panel USB USB 2/3Serial Ports-COM1/COM2 Pin Deﬁnitions Video ConnectorSerial Ports LAN Ports Pin Deﬁnition Ethernet PortsFront Control Panel JF1 Header PinsPower LED Pin Deﬁnitions JF1 Power LEDFront Control Panel Pin Deﬁnitions NMI ButtonHDD LED NIC1/NIC2 LED IndicatorsOH/Fan Fail Indicator Status Power Fail LEDOverheat OH/Fan Fail LED OH/Fan Fail LED Pin Deﬁnitions JF1Power Button Reset ButtonReset Button Pin Deﬁnitions JF1 Power Button Pin Deﬁnitions JF1Power Connectors Connecting CablesATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Deﬁnitions RequiredChassis Intrusion Fan HeadersFan Header Pin Deﬁnitions Chassis Intrusion Pin Deﬁnitions JL1Speaker Connector Power LED/SpeakerInternal Speaker Internal Buzzer SP1 Pin DeﬁnitionOverheat LED/Fan Fail JOH1 Wake-On-LANWake-On-LAN Pin Deﬁnitions Overheat LED Pin DeﬁnitionsRAIDKey Header Optional for X8DT6/X8DT6-F only Sgpio HeadersTwo Sgpio Serial-Link General SMB Header Pin Deﬁnitions Power SMB I2C ConnectorTrusted Platform Module TPM Header Pin Deﬁnitions DOM Power ConnectorTrusted Platform Module Header SAS Enable/Disable X8DT6/X8DT6-F Jumper SettingsExplanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboardCmos Clear Watch Dog Enable/DisableWatch Dog Jumper Settings JWD JI2C2 VGA Enable VGA EnableI2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots JI2C1LAN 1 Enable Glan Enable/DisableLAN 2 Enable Glan 1 & 2 Enable Jumper SettingsIpmi Dedicated LAN LEDs X8DT6-F/ X8DTE-F Only Onboard LED IndicatorsGlan LEDs BMC Heartbeat LED SAS Heartbeat LED IndicatorOnboard Power LED Floppy Drive, Serial ATA and SAS Connections Floppy ConnectorSerial ATA Pin Deﬁnitions Serial ATA PortsSAS Ports X8DT6/X8DT6-F only Before Power On Troubleshooting ProceduresNo Power TroubleshootingNo Video Losing the System’s Setup ConﬁgurationMemory Errors Frequently Asked Questions Technical Support ProceduresReturning Merchandise for Service How To Change the Conﬁguration Data Starting Bios Setup UtilityAMI Bios IntroductionStarting the Setup Utility Main SetupX8DT6/X8DT6-F/X8DTE/X8DTE-F User’s Manual System Time/System DateSystem Memory Supermicro X8DT6/X8DTEProcessor Boot Features Advanced Setup ConﬁgurationsProcessor and Clock Options Power ConﬁgurationMax Cpuid Value Limit Available when supported by the CPU Hardware Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUIntel AES-NI Available when supported by the OS and the CPU C1E SupportIntel Eist Technology Active Processor CoresIntel Turbo Boost Performance/Watt SelectCPU Bridge Conﬁguration Advanced Chipset ControlNorth Bridge Conﬁguration IDE/SATA Conﬁguration South Bridge ConﬁgurationPIO Mode LBA/Large ModeConﬁgure SATA#1 as SATA#2 ConﬁgurationDMA Mode PIO Mode Select Options Option Selected Max. Transfer RateDMA Mode Select Options Option Selected Max. Transfer Rate A.R.T. For Hard disk drivesPCI/PnP Conﬁguration Super IO Device Conﬁguration Remote Access Conﬁguration CPU Overheat Alarm Sredir Memory Display DelayCPU1 Temperature/CPU2 Temperature/System Temperature CPU1 Temperature/CPU2 TemperaturePage ACPI Conﬁguration IPMI Conﬁguration Trusted Computing Optional for OEM onlyStatus of BMC View BMC System Event LogIpmi Firmware Revision Clear BMC System Event LogMAC Address Conﬁguration Set LAN ConﬁgurationIP Address Conﬁguration Gateway Address Conﬁguration Subnet Mask ConﬁgurationDMI Event Log Conﬁguration Security SettingsUser Password Supervisor PasswordChange Supervisor Password Change User PasswordBoot Device Priority Boot ConﬁgurationUse this feature to conﬁgure boot settings Hard Disk DrivesNetwork Drives CD/DVD DrivesUSB Drives Exit Options X8DT6/X8DT6-F/X8DTE/X8DTE-F User’s Manual Error Message Bios Error Beep CodesBeep Code DescriptionPage Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Installing Software ProgramsAppendix B Software Installation Instructions Conﬁguring Supero Doctor Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II Remote Control

X8DTE-F, X8DT6-F, X8DT6, X8DTE specifications

Super Micro Computer offers a robust line of server motherboards designed for high performance, reliability, and scalability. Among these are the X8DTE, X8DT6, X8DT6-F, and X8DTE-F models, which cater to diverse computing needs in enterprise environments.

The X8DTE motherboard is equipped with an Intel 5500 chipset and supports dual-socket configurations, allowing for the installation of powerful Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors. With support for up to 192GB of DDR3 ECC memory, the X8DTE ensures data integrity and error correction, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical applications. It also features six SATA 3.0 Gb/s interfaces for storage solutions, ensuring high data transfer rates and ample storage capability.

The X8DT6 motherboard shines with its flexible architecture and support for dual CPUs, also accommodating the Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors. This model offers expansive memory potential, supporting up to 192GB of DDR3 ECC memory, which is crucial for applications demanding high memory bandwidth. Additionally, the X8DT6 provides optimized power management features, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.

For those seeking advanced storage capabilities, the X8DT6-F and X8DTE-F variants come with integrated SAS support, offering enhanced performance for critical database applications. These models are designed to support Supermicro’s innovative SuperStorage systems, which can handle extensive data workloads efficiently. The X8DTE-F motherboard offers a total of eight 3.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, providing flexibility in storage management.

All four motherboard models feature Supermicro's robust security features, including chassis intrusion detection and a dedicated management controller for remote server management. Their compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and virtualization software, such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, ensures that users can optimize their server environments tailored to specific workloads.

In conclusion, the Super Micro X8DTE, X8DT6, X8DT6-F, and X8DTE-F motherboards excel in delivering exceptional performance and reliability for demanding server applications. With their advanced technologies, extensive memory support, and versatile storage options, these motherboards represent an excellent choice for businesses seeking to enhance their computing infrastructure.