SUPER MICRO Computer H8SCM-F user manual Contacting Supermicro, Headquarters, Europe, Asia-Pacific

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H8SCM(-F) SERVERBOARD USER'S MANUAL

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Headquarters

 

Address:

Super Micro Computer, Inc.

 

980 Rock Ave.

 

San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.

Tel:

+1 (408) 503-8000

Fax:

+1 (408) 503-8008

Email:

marketing@supermicro.com (General Information)

 

support@supermicro.com (Technical Support)

Web Site:

www.supermicro.com

Europe

 

Address:

Super Micro Computer B.V.

 

Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

 

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

Tel:

+31 (0) 73-6400390

Fax:

+31 (0) 73-6416525

Email:

sales@supermicro.nl (General Information)

 

support@supermicro.nl (Technical Support)

 

rma@supermicro.nl (Customer Support)

Web Site:

www.supermicro.com

Asia-Pacific

 

Address:

Super Micro Computer, Inc.

 

3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd.

 

Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235

 

Taiwan (R.O.C)

Tel:

+886-(2) 8226-3990

Fax:

+886-(2) 8226-3992

Email:

support@supermicro.com.tw

Tel:

+886-(2)-8226-3990

Web Site:

www.supermicro.com.tw

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Contents Super Page About This Manual Manual OrganizationTable of Contents Sgpio Bios Checklist OverviewContacting Supermicro HeadquartersEurope Asia-PacificH8SCM-F Image H8SCM-F Serverboard Layout Default Setting H8SCM-F Quick ReferenceJumper DescriptionConnector Serverboard Features MemoryChipset Expansion SlotsAcpi Features DimensionsOnboard I/O OtherAMD SR5650/SP5100 Chipset System Block Diagram Chipset Overview PC Health MonitoringAMD SR5650/SP5100 Chipset HyperTransport TechnologyPower Configuration Settings Wake-On-LAN WOL Power SupplyMain Switch Override Mechanism Super I/O Page About Standardized Warning Statements Battery HandlingStandardized Warning Statements Page Product Disposal 製品の廃棄Page Processor and Heatsink Installation TrianglesInstalling the Heatsinks Installing Memory Mounting the Serverboard into a ChassisMemory Population for Optimal Performance Memory SupportMaximum Memory PCI Expansion Cards Per Channel Dimm Populations OptionsDimm Type Max. MHz Max. GB 5V DIMMs 35V DIMMsI/O Port and Control Panel Connections Front Control PanelConnector Definitions Power ConnectorsPower Connector Reset ConnectorPower Fail LED Overheat/Fan Fail LED OHNIC2 Activity LED NIC1 Activity LEDPower On LED NMI ButtonLAN1/2 Ethernet Ports Universal Serial Bus PortsChassis Intrusion USB HeadersSerial Ports Fan HeadersPower SMB I2C Connector Power SMB Pin Definitions JPI2C1Trusted Platform Module Header Sgpio Header Pin DefinitionsATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports Power LED/SpeakerCompact Flash Card PWR Connector Video Connector Overheat LEDWake-On-LAN Jipmb H8SCM-F onlyCmos Clear Jumper SettingsExplanation of Jumpers LAN1/2 Enable/Disable VGA Enable/DisableWatch Dog Enable/Disable Compact Flash Master/Slave SelectBMC Jumper Onboard Speaker Enable/DisableI2C to PCI-Express Slot Onboard Indicators Glan LEDsIpmi Dedicated LAN LEDs BMC Heartbeat LEDSata Ports Power LEDIDE and Sata Drive Connections IDE Connector IDE Drive Connector Pin Definitions IDE#1Serial ATA Sata Installing the OS/SATA DriverEnabling Sata RAID Enabling Sata RAID in the Bios Bios Setup ScreenDotHill RAID Utility Program Screen Using the DotHill and Adaptec RAID Utility Installing the RAID Driver During OS InstallationInstalling Drivers Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenSupero Doctor Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen Remote Control Serverboard Battery 10. Installing the Onboard BatteryPage No Power Troubleshooting ProceduresBefore Power On Technical Support Procedures Memory ErrorsLosing the System’s Setup Configuration No VideoFrequently Asked Questions Question How do I update my BIOS?Question What type of memory does my motherboard support? Question Whats on the CD that came with my motherboard?Returning Merchandise for Service Starting the Setup Utility IntroductionMain Menu Advanced Settings Menu Boot Feature  Processor and Clock Options Gart Error Reporting Microcode UpdateSecure Virtual Machine Mode Power Now ECC Configuration  Advanced Chipset Control  NorthBridge Configuration Memory Configuration  IDE Configuration  Dram Timing ConfigurationPrimary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave PIO Mode DMA ModeIDE Detect Timeout Sec A.R.T PCI/PnP Configuration  Remote Access Configuration  SuperIO Device Configuration Hardware Health Configuration CPU Temperature Display CTD  Acpi Configuration  Trusted ComputingSet LAN Configuration  Ipmi ConfigurationView BMC System Event Log  Event Log Configuration Boot Menu Boot Device PrioritySecurity Menu Hard Disk DrivesExit Menu Removable DrivesPage Amibios Error Beep Codes Beep Code Error Message DescriptionPage Uncompressed Initialization Codes Checkpoint Code DescriptionBootblock Recovery Codes CheckpointUncompressed Initialization Codes Checkpoint Checkpoint Code Description Checkpoint Code Description

H8SCM, H8SCM-F specifications

Super Micro Computer, known for its cutting-edge server technology and enterprise solutions, offers the H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards as part of its robust line of products designed for high-performance computing tasks. These motherboards are ideal for businesses that require reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions for their data center and server needs.

The H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards are based on the AMD Opteron architecture, which delivers an impressive performance-to-cost ratio. They support dual-socket configurations, accommodating up to 16 cores in a single system, which is ideal for handling intensive processing demands. This allows organizations to run virtualization software, database applications, and other resource-heavy tasks with ease.

One of the standout features of the H8SCM-F motherboard is its extensive memory support. It can accommodate up to 512GB of DDR3 memory across eight DIMM slots. This high memory capacity enhances performance, particularly in data-intensive applications, ensuring that users can run multiple processes without facing bottlenecks.

The H8SCM series motherboards also emphasize connectivity. With integrated features such as dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, they support effective bandwidth management. Additionally, the presence of multiple PCI-E slots enables users to incorporate various expansion cards for enhanced connectivity options, including additional network interfaces and high-performance storage controllers.

In terms of storage, the H8SCM-F motherboard offers support for multiple SATA drives, facilitating RAID configurations for improved data redundancy and performance. The ability to implement RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 provides users with flexibility and security for their data storage needs.

Another key technology integrated into the H8SCM series is advanced thermal management. Supermicro has designed these motherboards with careful attention to airflow and cooling solutions, ensuring that systems remain stable under heavy workloads. This is particularly vital in environments where uptime is critical.

In summary, the Super Micro Computer H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards are designed with high-performance, scalability, and reliability in mind. Their support for powerful AMD Opteron processors, substantial memory capacity, extensive connectivity options, and advanced storage and thermal management features make them an excellent choice for businesses seeking efficient server solutions. Whether for virtualized environments or high-demand applications, these motherboards deliver exceptional performance and versatility to meet a wide range of enterprise needs.