Tyan Computer N3600QX warranty Attaching Drive Cables, Attaching IDE Drive Cable

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2.10 - Attaching Drive Cables

Attaching IDE Drive Cable

Attaching the IDE drive cable is simple. These cables are “keyed” to only allow them to be connected in the correct manner. TYAN motherboards have two on-board IDE channels, each supporting two drives. The black connector designates the Primary channel, while the white connector designates the Secondary channel.

Attaching IDE cables to the IDE connectors is illustrated below:

Simply plug in the BLUE END of the IDE cable into the motherboard IDE connector, and the other end(s) into the drive(s). Each standard IDE cable has three connectors, two of which are closer together. The BLUE connector that is furthest away from the other two is the end that connects to the motherboard. The other two connectors are used to connect to drives.

NOTE: Always remember to properly set the drive jumpers. If only using one device on a channel, it must be set as Master for the BIOS to detect it.

TIP: Pin 1 on the IDE cable (usually designated by a colored wire) faces the drive’s power connector.

Attaching Serial ATA Cables

The Thunder n3600QX (S4987) is equipped with 4 Serial ATA (SATA) channels as well as 4 SAS channels. Connections for these drives are very simple.

There is no need to set Master/Slave jumpers on SATA drives.

Please refer to FRU List for the related cables. If you are in need of SATA/SAS cables or power adapters please contact your place of purchase.

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Contents Thunder n3600QX CopyrightTrademark Introduction Table of Contents Before you beginDiagnostics Before you begin… Check the box contents Hardware Specifications InstructionCongratulations Onboard Graphics Controller Power SupplyRear Side Onboard InfiniBand Network Controller optionalSoftware Specifications How to install our products right… the first time Board InstallationBoard Image Thunder n3600QX S4987 Block Diagram Block DiagramBoard Parts, Jumpers and Connectors JP8 Jumpers & Connectors Jumper/Connector FunctionNMI Button J3 J18 J29 J12 J3 Front Panel Connector 14Pin x SignalReset Button+ Fault LED+Key J5 Ipmb Pin Header 4Pin x SignalJ12 USB Pin Header 5Pin x Signal Pin Signal+12V J38 J35 M2061 PCI-E to PCI-X Riser Connector 4Pin xPin1 Signal J36/J37 SAS Sgpio Connector 3Pin x SignalBoth power connectors from J38 SAS Fault LED Connector 5Pin x SignalJP3/JP4 Opma Setting Jumper 2Pin DefaultInstalling the Processor Heat sink Installation Thermal Interface Material Finishing Installing the Heat sink Tips on Installing Motherboard in Chassis Page Memory Population Option Table Installing the MemoryQuantity Memory installed SlotDual CPU Memory Installation Procedure Attaching IDE Drive Cable Attaching Drive CablesPage PCI-E x 16 slot HTX slot SO-DIMM slot Installing Add-In CardsInstalling SO-DIMM Modules Opma Card Connecting External Devices Signal Pin Installing the Power SupplyFinishing Up To start the Bios setup utility Bios SetupAbout the Bios Bios Menu BarESC Setup BasicsCase of Problems Getting HelpFeature Option Description Main Bios Main MenuMenu Item Bios Advanced MenuFeature Description Advanced SettingsXxxxxx CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration XX.XXFeature Option Description CPU Configuration DisabledEnabled IDE Configuration Sub-Menu NVidia RAID Setup NVidia RAID SetupFeature Option Description RAID SetupCD/DVD Armd Feature Option Description Primary IDE Master/SlavePrimary IDE Master/Slave Sub-Menu Primary IDE MasterFeature Option Description Sata 0/1/2/3 SATA0/1/2/3 Sub-MenuThird IDE Master ASK IR Super I/O Configuration Sub-MenuConfigure Win627 Super I/O Chipset 2F8 IRQ3Advanced Acpi Configuration Sub-MenuAdvanced Acpi Configuration Advanced Acpi Configuration Sub-MenuChipset Acpi Configuration Sub-Menu APM Configuration 50% Feature Option Description APM ConfigurationEvent Logging details Event Log Configuration Sub-MenuHardware Health Configuration Sub-Menu Hardware Health ConfigurationFeature Option Description Hardware Health Configuration Voltage Configuration FAN Configuration Sub-MenVoltage Configuration Sub-Men Fan ConfigurationTemperature Configuration Temperature Configuration Sub-MenNo Delay Remote Access Configuration Sub-MenuUSB USB Configuration Sub-MenuUSB Configuration Feature Option Description USB ConfigurationCdrom USB Mass Storage Device Configuration Sub-MenUSB Mass Storage Device Configuration XxxxPCI PnP Menu Advanced PCI/PnP SettingsClear Nvram Clears Nvram during system Boot Boot MenuBoot Settings Configuration Sub-Menu Boot SettingsFeature Option Description Boot Settings Configuration Boot Device Priority Boot Device PriorityHard Disk Drives Hard Disk DrivesRemovable Drives Feature Option Description Network DrivesRemovable Drives Netwod DrivesSecurity Settings Feature Option Description Security SettingsSecurity Menu Advanced Chipset Settings Chipset MenuChipset XX CLK Northbridge Configuration Sub-MenuNorthBridge Chipset Configuration CLKFeature Option Description NorthBridge Chipset Configuration Memory Configuration Memory Configuration Sub-MenuC3/ATLVID Feature Option Description Memory Configuration400 3CLK ~ 6CLKECC Configuration Sub-Menu ECC ConfigurationFeature Option Description ECC Configuration Allows the L1 Data Cache RAM to be Iommu Option Menu Iommu ConfigurationLAN2 Southbridge Configuration Sub-MenuSouthBridge Chipset Configuration LAN1Hper Transport MCP55 Configuration Hyper Transport MCP55 Configuration Sub-MenuExit Menu Page Memory, Video, CPU DiagnosticsBeep Codes Flash UtilityCheckpoint Description Amibios Post CodeCheckpoint Description Appendix I How to Make a Driver Diskette LSIVIA Exit NVidia ====Choose Chipset Model==== NVidia Nvraid Appendix II LSI Logic Config Utility Page Page Appendix III InfiniBand Installation Guide InstallerInfiniBand enabling, Optional for S4987WG2NGI2 only Page Registration Info Install Path SDP/WSD Activation Page HCA Page Riser Card Appendix IV Recommended Accessory ListPower Supply Unit Vendor Description Installation LocationPage Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Technical Support Returning Merchandise for ServiceDocument # D1900-100

N3600QX specifications

The Tyan Computer N3600QX is a robust server motherboard designed to meet the demands of enterprise-level applications and data centers. Built around the AMD EPYC platform, it offers unique capabilities that cater to high-performance computing.

One of the standout features of the N3600QX is its support for multiple AMD EPYC processors, which can significantly enhance concurrent processing and parallel computing tasks. With up to 64 cores per processor, businesses can run complex workloads seamlessly, making it ideal for virtualization, cloud computing, and big data applications.

A notable characteristic of the N3600QX is its generous memory bandwidth. The motherboard supports 8 DIMM slots, allowing for a maximum memory capacity of up to 2TB of DDR4 RAM. This ensures that large datasets can be processed quickly, improving the efficiency of data-intensive operations. Additionally, the memory configurations are optimized for speed, providing a competitive edge to enterprises handling real-time data.

The motherboard features multiple PCIe expansion slots, facilitating a variety of configurations for high-performance storage options and network interfaces. With extensive support for NVMe SSDs, users can deploy ultra-fast storage solutions that significantly reduce latency and boost application performance.

On the connectivity front, the N3600QX is equipped with multiple 10GbE LAN ports, which offer high-speed data transfer capabilities essential for network-intensive tasks. This combination of high bandwidth and low latency ensures that businesses can maintain a competitive edge in their networking infrastructure.

In terms of reliability and stability, the N3600QX includes advanced features such as IPMI support for remote management, ensuring that system administrators can monitor and control servers without physical access. Additionally, the motherboard is designed to deliver enhanced thermal management, ensuring optimal performance even under heavy loads.

Security is also a paramount focus, with features such as secure boot and hardware-based security measures, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access.

Overall, the Tyan Computer N3600QX is a powerful and versatile motherboard that stands out in the server market. With its robust feature set, advanced technologies, and reliable performance, it is an excellent choice for enterprises seeking a future-proof solution for their computing needs.