SUPER MICRO Computer Supero, X7DWE user manual Special Features, PC Health Monitoring

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X7DWE User's Manual

1-4 Special Features

Recovery from AC Power Loss

BIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off (in which case you must hit the power switch to turn it back on) or for it to automatically return to a power- on state. See the Advanced BIOS Setup section to change this setting. The default setting is Last State.

1-5 PC Health Monitoring

This section describes the PC health monitoring features of the X7DWE. All have an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports PC health monitoring. An onboard voltage monitor will scan these onboard voltages continuously: CPU Core, Chipset Voltage, Memory Voltage, +1.8V, +5V, +3.3V, +3.3V Standby, +5V Standby, +12V, −12V and VBatt. Once a voltage becomes unstable, a warning is given or an error message is sent to the screen. Users can adjust the voltage thresholds to defi ne the sensitivity of the voltage monitor.

Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control

The PC health monitor can check the RPM status of the cooling fans. The onboard CPU and chassis fans are controlled by Thermal Management via BIOS (under Hardware Monitoring in the Advanced Setting).

Environmental Temperature Control

The thermal control sensor monitors the CPU temperature in real time and will turn on the thermal control fan whenever the CPU temperature exceeds a user-defi ned threshold. The overheat circuitry runs independently from the CPU. Once it detects that the CPU temperature is too high, it will automatically turn on the thermal fan control to prevent any overheat damage to the CPU. The onboard chassis thermal circuitry can monitor the overall system temperature and alert users when the chas- sis temperature is too high.

CPU Fan Auto-Off in Sleep Mode

The CPU fan becomes active when the power is turned on. It continues to operate when the system enters the Standby mode. When in the sleep mode, the CPU will not run at full power, thereby generating less heat.

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Contents USER’S Manual Manual Revision Release Date April 9 About This Manual Manual OrganizationConventions Used in the Manual Page Preface Table of Contents Troubleshooting Table of ContentsBios AppendicesChecklist OverviewEurope Contacting SupermicroHeadquarters Asia-PacificX7DWE Image X7DWE Motherboard Layout X7DWEJumper Description Default Setting Connector DescriptionX7DWE Quick Reference Chipset Motherboard FeaturesMemory Expansion SlotsOnboard I/O Acpi FeaturesDimensions OtherSystem Diagram Chipset Overview Intel 5400 MCH North BridgeIntel 631xESB/632x ESB I/O Controller Hub-ESB2 South Bridge Special Features PC Health MonitoringMain Switch Override Mechanism Acpi FeaturesSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator CPU Overheat LED and ControlPower Supply External Modem Ring-OnWake-On-LAN WOL Super I/O Page Precautions Static-Sensitive DevicesUnpacking Processor and Heatsink Installation Installing an LGA771 ProcessorPage Installation of the Heatsink CEK Heatsink InstallationMounting the Motherboard in the Chassis Memory Installation Dimm InstallationMemory Support Installing and Removing DIMMs Possible System Memory Allocation & AvailabilityControl Panel Connectors/IO Ports Back Panel Connectors/IO PortsJF1 Header Pins Front Control PanelNMI Button Power LEDFront Control Panel Pin Definitions NMI PWR LEDNIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators HDD LED NIC1 LED NIC2 LEDPower Fail LED Overheat OH/Fan Fail LEDReset Button Power ButtonConnecting Cables ATX Power ConnectorProcessor Power Connector Universal Serial Bus USB Chassis IntrusionVGA Connector Fan HeadersVGA ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports Serial PortsCOM1 COM2 Power LED/Speaker Wake-On-LANWOR GLAN1 GLAN2 Glan 1/2 Giga-bit Ethernet PortsSgpio Headers GLAN1 GLAN2 SGPIO-1 SGPIO-2Power SMB I2C Connector SMB PWR SMBEnabled Jumper SettingsGlan Enable/Disable Explanation JumpersWatch Dog Enable/Disable Cmos ClearVGA Enable/Disable I2C Bus to PCI-X/PCI-Exp. SlotsGlan LEDs Onboard IndicatorsOnboard Power LED LEDCPU VRM Overheat LED Indicators LED5 CPU1VRM OHLED6 CPU2VRM OH Floppy Connector StepSerial ATA Ports Simlp Ipmi SlotIDE Connector Troubleshooting Procedures Before Power OnNo Power Losing the System’s Setup Configuration Memory ErrorsNo Video Technical Support Procedures Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestion How do I update my BIOS? Returning Merchandise for Service Question Whats on the CD that came with my motherboard?System Bios How To Change the Configuration DataIntroduction Running Setup Main Bios SetupPress the Delete key to enter Setup System Time Main Bios Setup MenuBios Date System DateType CHS FormatLBA Format Ultra DMA Mode LBA Mode ControlTransfer Mode Native Mode OperationSata Ahci Enable Sata Controller Mode OptionSerial ATA Sata RAID Enable ICH RAID Code BaseAdvanced Setup Boot FeaturesPower Loss Control Power Button BehaviorEFI OS Boot Resume On Modem RingMemory Cache PCI Configuration Advanced Chipset Control Intel VT for Direct I/O VT-d Demand Scrub High Precision Event Time Crystal Beach FeaturesRoute Port 80h Cycles to USB FunctionAdvanced Processor Options DCA Delay Clocks Available when supported by the CPU Hardware Prefetch Available when supported by the CPUDirect Cache Access Available when supported by the CPU Intel Eist Support Available when supported by the CPUDevice Configuration DMI Event Logging Console Redirection Hardware Monitor Logic Fan Speed Control ModesVoltage Monitoring System Event Logging Abled Bios Post ErrorsIpmi Specification Version Clear System Event LoggingAbled OS Boot Watch Dog System Event Log/System Event Log List ModeBios Post Watch Dog Timer for Loading OS MinutesSecurity Realtime Sensor DataSet Supervisor Password Supervisor Password IsUser Password Is Set User PasswordBoot Boot Priority Order/Excluded from Boot OrdersExit Appendix a Post Error Beep Codes Recoverable Post Error Beep CodesPage Appendix B Installing the Windows OS Page Appendix C Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers Configuring Supero Doctor Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II Remote Control

X7DWE, Supero specifications

Supermicro, a leading provider of high-performance server technology, has made significant strides in the server market with its Supero X7DWE motherboard. This particular model stands out for its robust capabilities, designed specifically for enterprise-level applications and data center deployments.

The Supero X7DWE motherboard is engineered with dual Intel Xeon 5000/5100 series processors, enabling it to handle demanding computational tasks effectively. With support for up to 32 GB of DDR2 memory, this motherboard provides substantial memory bandwidth, which is essential for high-performance computing and virtualization applications. The architecture allows for up to 8 DIMM slots, delivering flexibility in terms of memory configuration to meet specific workload requirements.

One of the key features of the Supero X7DWE is its advanced I/O capabilities. The motherboard is equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, allowing for the integration of a variety of expansion cards, including high-speed network adapters, RAID controllers, and graphics cards. This versatility enhances the server's performance and adaptability, catering to various business needs.

In terms of storage, the X7DWE comes with support for several SATA and SAS drives, including RAID configurations, which provide improved data redundancy and performance. This feature is particularly attractive to businesses that require reliable data management and protection.

Moreover, the Supero X7DWE motherboard incorporates advanced networking capabilities, featuring integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. These ports facilitate high-speed data transfer and redundancy, essential for business continuity and ensuring that applications remain accessible.

Power efficiency is another critical aspect of the Supero X7DWE design. With support for high-efficiency power supplies, the motherboard minimizes energy consumption while maximizing performance, making it a cost-effective solution for enterprises looking to reduce operational costs.

In conclusion, the Supermicro Supero X7DWE motherboard exemplifies a perfect balance between performance, reliability, and flexibility. With its dual processor support, expansive memory capacity, advanced I/O options, and efficient power management, it is an ideal choice for organizations seeking to deploy high-performance servers tailored for intensive workloads. Whether for virtualization, database management, or enterprise applications, the X7DWE proves to be an excellent foundation for building powerful and scalable server solutions.