SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL-V, X8SIL-F user manual Hardware Health Configuration

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Serial Port Mode

This feature allows the user to set the serial port mode for Console Redirection. The options are 115200 8, n 1; 57600 8, n, 1; 38400 8, n, 1; 19200 8, n, 1; and 9600 8, n, 1.

Flow Control

This feature allows the user to set the flow control for Console Redirection. The options are None, Hardware, and Software.

Redirection After BIOS POST

Select Disabled to turn off Console Redirection after Power-On Self-Test (POST). Select Always to keep Console Redirection active all the time after POST. (Note: This setting may not be supported by some operating systems.) Select Boot Loader to keep Console Redirection active during POST and Boot Loader. The options are Disabled, Boot Loader, and Always.

Terminal Type

This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console Redi- rection. The options are ANSI, VT100, and VT-UTF8.

VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support

A terminal keyboard definition that provides a way to send commands from a remote console. Available options are Enabled and Disabled.

Sredir Memory Display Delay

This feature defines the length of time in seconds to display memory information. The options are No Delay, Delay 1 Sec, Delay 2 Sec, and Delay 4 Sec.

Hardware Health Configuration

This feature allows the user to monitor Hardware Health of the system and review the status of each item when displayed.

CPU Overheat Alarm

This option allows the user to select the CPU Overheat Alarm setting which determines when the CPU OH alarm will be activated to provide warning of possible CPU overheat.

Warning: Any temperature that exceeds the CPU threshold temperature predefined by the CPU manufacturer may result in CPU overheat or system instability. When the CPU temperature reaches this predefined threshold, the CPU and system cooling fans will run at full speed.

The options are:

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Contents X8SIL X8SIL-F X8SIL-V Page Conventions Used in the Manual About This Motherboard Manual OrganizationContacting Supermicro EuropeAsia-Pacific Table of Contents Troubleshooting Installing Drivers Introduction Main Setup Advanced Setup ConfigurationsOverview ChecklistMotherboard Image X8SIL-F Shown VGA Motherboard Layout111 121 131 141 151 Description Color/State Status X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V Headers/Connectors Number DescriptionMotherboard Features Devices USB Devices X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V Only Power ConfigurationKeyboard/Mouse Serial COM PortsDimensions CD UtilitiesOther X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V System Block Diagram Block Diagram RoHS 6/6Chipset Overview Intel 3400/3420 Chipset FeaturesPC Health Monitoring Power Configuration SettingsSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator Power SupplyBios Support for USB Keyboard Main Switch Override MechanismISCSI Support Super I/OOverview of the Nuvoton BMC Controller Precautions Static-Sensitive DevicesUnpacking Installing the LGA1156 Processor Processor and Heatsink InstallationPage Page Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink Removing the Heatsink Installing an Active Fan CPU Heatsink Page Active Heatsink Removal Installing DDR3 Memory Dimm InstallationMemory Support Memory Population Guidelines DDR3 ECC Registered Rdimm Memory SupportPopulated Any combination Per Channel To Remove Installing and Removing DIMMsPossible System Memory Allocation & Availability Motherboard Installation Tools NeededLocation of Mounting Holes Installation Instructions Back Panel Connectors and IO Ports Connectors/IO PortsMouse ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortsKeyboard Keyboard Purple Mouse GreenDefinitions Universal Serial Bus USBNC No Connection LAN1 LAN2 Ipmi Dedicated LAN X8SIL- F only Ethernet PortsCOM1 COM2 Serial PortsVGA Video ConnectorFront Control Panel JF1 Header PinsFront Control Panel Pin Definitions Power LEDOH/Fan Fail Overheat OH/Fan FailReset Button Power ButtonReset Button PWR Button ATX Main PWR & CPU PWR Connectors Connecting CablesRequired Pin ATX Main PWR Pin Processor PWRChassis Intrusion Fan HeadersSpeaker Internal BuzzerTPM Header Internal Buzzer Speaker Header TPM HeaderOnboard Power LED Power Supply I2C ConnectorDOM PWR Connector Two T-SGPIO Serial-Link General Pur Sgpio 0/1 HeadersLAN Port Enable/Disable Jumper SettingsLAN Port 1 Enable B. LAN Port 2 Enable Explanation of JumpersPCI Slot SMB Enable Cmos ClearClear Cmos JI2C1 JI2C2 VGA Enable Energy Saving EnableVGA Enable Energy Saving Enable BMC Enable BP USB 0/1 Wake-up BMC EnableUSB Wake-Up LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs Onboard IndicatorsIpmi Dedicated LAN LEDs LAN PortUnsupported Memory LED Ipmi Heartbeat LED X8SIL-F OnlySata Connections Sata and Floppy Drive ConnectionsFloppy Connector P O R T a N T Note on X8SIL-F motherboardsFloppy Before Power On Troubleshooting ProceduresNo Power No VideoTechnical Support Procedures Memory ErrorsLosing the System’s Setup Configuration Frequently 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? Page Battery Removal and Installation Battery RemovalBattery Installation Returning Merchandise for Service Page Starting Bios Setup Utility How To Change the Configuration DataIntroduction How to Start the Setup Utility Main SetupSystem Time/System Date ProcessorSystem Memory BOOT Feature Advanced Setup ConfigurationsPower Button Function Wait For F1 If ErrorRestore on AC Power Loss Hit Del Message DisplayProcessor & Clock Options Hardware Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUCPU Ratio Clock Spread SpectrumIntel Eist Technology Active Processor CoresC1E Support Intel C-STATE TechAdvanced Chipset Control SATA / Floppy Configuration LBA/Large Mode IDE Detect Timeout secPIO Mode TypeA.R.T. For Hard disk drives DMA ModePCI/PnP Configuration Remote Access Configuration Super IO Device ConfigurationHardware Health Configuration CPU Temperature System TemperatureFan Speed Control Modes ACPI Configuration Trusted Computing IPMI Configuration X8SIL-F Only Event Log Configuration Intel TXT Initialization Intel TXT LT ConfigurationSupervisor Password Security SettingsUser Password Change Supervisor PasswordBoot Settings Boot Device PriorityBoot Sector Virus Protection Exit Options Retry Boot DevicesRemovable Drives CD/DVD DrivesLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimal DefaultsDiscard Changes and Exit Discard ChangesX8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V Recoverable Post Error Beep Codes Appendix a Post Error Beep CodesPage Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Installing DriversConfiguring SuperDoctor SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen-II Remote Control Page Part 1 Boot Sector Recovery Process Recovery Process from a USB Device/Drive Recommended MethodPart 2 Bios Reprogramming Re-Flashing Recovery Process from an IDE/SATA Atapi Disc Drive
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X8SIL-V, X8SIL-F, X8SIL specifications

SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL, X8SIL-F, and X8SIL-V are advanced server motherboards designed to meet the demanding needs of today's data centers and enterprise environments. These motherboards from Supermicro deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, including virtualization, cloud computing, and database management.

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