SUPER MICRO Computer X7DWE, Supero user manual NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators, HDD LED NIC1 LED NIC2 LED

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Chapter 2: Installation

HDD LED

The HDD LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a hard drive LED cable here to display disk activity (for any hard drive ac- tivities on the system, including SAS, Serial ATA and IDE). See the table on the right for pin defi nitions.

NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators

The NIC (Network Interface Control- ler) LED connection for GLAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED connection for GLAN Port 2 is on Pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables to display network activity. Refer to the table on the right for pin defi nitions.

HDD LED

Pin Definitions (JF1)

Pin# Defi nition

13+5V

14HD Active

GLAN1/2 LED

Pin Definitions (JF1)

Pin#

Defi nition

9/11

Vcc

10/12

Ground

 

 

USB0/1 KB/MS

8-Pin PWR

PWRSMB

FAN1

LED5

24-Pin ATX PWR

 

 

A. HDD LED

B. NIC1 LED

C. NIC2 LED

VGA COM1

LAN2 LAN1

FAN5

JP2

FAN6

X7DWE

VGA

 

CTRL

LAN

CTRL

JPL1

JPL2

Super I/O

DIMM2B

DIMM2A

DIMM1B

DIMM1A

Slot7 SIMLP

Slot6 PCI-E x8

Slot5 PCI-E x8

Slot4 PCI-E x8

JPG1 JWD

Slot3 PCI-E x8

COM2

Slot 2 PCI-E x4

JI2C3 JI2C1

JI2C4 JI2C2

Slot1 PCI-X 133MHz

Slot 0 PCI-U

J18

BANK2

CPU1

BANK1

 

Intel 5400

 

 

 

 

North Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

CPU2

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN2

 

 

 

 

FAN3

 

 

 

 

LED6 JOH1

FP CTRL

 

 

T-SGPIO1

 

Intel ESB2

 

T-SGPIO2

 

South Bridge

USB4/5

 

 

 

 

USB6

FLOPPY

IDE#1

J7

JBT

JP1

USB2/3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

I-SATA5

I-SATA3

I-SATA1

LE1 SPKR

J8 I-SATA2

I-SATA0 JL1

JPT1JWOL1I-SATA4

JD1

FAN4

Ground

X

Power LED

A

HDD LED

B

NIC1 LED

C

NIC2 LED

OH/Fan Fail LED

PWR Fail LED

Ground

Ground

20

19

 

NMI

 

X

 

Vcc

Vcc

Vcc

Vcc

Vcc

Vcc

Reset Reset Button

PWR

Power Button

 

2 1

2-11

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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 Table of Contents TroubleshootingAppendices BiosOverview ChecklistHeadquarters Contacting SupermicroEurope Asia-PacificX7DWE Image X7DWE X7DWE Motherboard LayoutJumper Description Default Setting Connector DescriptionX7DWE Quick Reference Memory Motherboard FeaturesChipset Expansion SlotsDimensions Acpi FeaturesOnboard I/O OtherSystem Diagram Chipset Overview Intel 5400 MCH North BridgeIntel 631xESB/632x ESB I/O Controller Hub-ESB2 South Bridge PC Health Monitoring Special FeaturesSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator Acpi FeaturesMain Switch Override Mechanism CPU Overheat LED and ControlPower Supply External Modem Ring-OnWake-On-LAN WOL Super I/O Page Precautions Static-Sensitive DevicesUnpacking Installing an LGA771 Processor Processor and Heatsink InstallationPage CEK Heatsink Installation Installation of the HeatsinkMounting the Motherboard in the Chassis Memory Installation Dimm InstallationMemory Support Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability Installing and Removing DIMMsBack Panel Connectors/IO Ports Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsFront Control Panel JF1 Header PinsFront Control Panel Pin Definitions Power LEDNMI Button NMI PWR LEDHDD LED NIC1 LED NIC2 LED NIC1/NIC2 LED IndicatorsOverheat OH/Fan Fail LED Power Fail LEDPower Button Reset ButtonConnecting Cables ATX Power ConnectorProcessor Power Connector Chassis Intrusion Universal Serial Bus USBVGA Connector Fan HeadersVGA ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports Serial PortsCOM1 COM2 Power LED/Speaker Wake-On-LANWOR Sgpio Headers Glan 1/2 Giga-bit Ethernet PortsGLAN1 GLAN2 GLAN1 GLAN2 SGPIO-1 SGPIO-2SMB PWR SMB Power SMB I2C ConnectorGlan Enable/Disable Jumper SettingsEnabled Explanation JumpersCmos Clear Watch Dog Enable/DisableI2C Bus to PCI-X/PCI-Exp. Slots VGA Enable/DisableOnboard Power LED Onboard IndicatorsGlan LEDs LEDCPU VRM Overheat LED Indicators LED5 CPU1VRM OHLED6 CPU2VRM OH Step Floppy ConnectorSimlp Ipmi Slot Serial ATA PortsIDE 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? Question Whats on the CD that came with my motherboard? Returning Merchandise for ServiceSystem Bios How To Change the Configuration DataIntroduction Running Setup Main Bios SetupPress the Delete key to enter Setup Bios Date Main Bios Setup MenuSystem Time System DateType CHS FormatLBA Format Transfer Mode LBA Mode ControlUltra DMA Mode Native Mode OperationSerial ATA Sata RAID Enable Sata Controller Mode OptionSata Ahci Enable ICH RAID Code BaseBoot Features Advanced SetupEFI OS Boot Power Button BehaviorPower Loss Control Resume On Modem RingMemory Cache PCI Configuration Advanced Chipset Control Intel VT for Direct I/O VT-d Demand Scrub Route Port 80h Cycles to Crystal Beach FeaturesHigh Precision Event Time USB FunctionAdvanced Processor Options Direct Cache Access Available when supported by the CPU Hardware Prefetch Available when supported by the CPUDCA Delay Clocks 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 Ipmi Specification Version Abled Bios Post ErrorsSystem Event Logging Clear System Event LoggingBios Post Watch Dog System Event Log/System Event Log List ModeAbled OS Boot Watch Dog Timer for Loading OS MinutesRealtime Sensor Data SecurityUser Password Is Supervisor Password IsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordBoot Priority Order/Excluded from Boot Orders BootExit Recoverable Post Error Beep Codes Appendix a 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.