Are the fan power connectors properly connected to the server board?

Is the cable from the control panel board connected to the both the control panel board and to the server board?

Are the power supply cables properly connected to the server board?

Are there any shorted wires caused by pinched-cables or have power connector plugs been forced into power connector sockets the wrong way?

CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

Check the following:

Are the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive's power and signal cables properly installed?

Are all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive set correctly?

Is the drive properly configured?

Cannot Connect to a Server

Make sure the network cable is securely attached to the correct connector at the system back panel.

Try a different network cable.

Make sure you are using the correct and the current drivers. See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to the current drivers.

Make sure the driver is loaded and the protocols are bound.

Make sure the hub port is configured for the same duplex mode as the network controller.

Make sure the correct networking software is installed.

If you are directly connecting two servers (without a hub), you will need a crossover cable.

Check the network controller LEDs next to the NIC connectors.

Problems with Network

The server hangs when the drivers are loaded

Certain drivers may require interrupts that are not shared with other PCI drivers. For these drivers, it may be necessary to alter settings so that interrupts are not shared. See the documentation that came with your PCI card(s) for information on changing interrupts.

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S5000VSA specifications

The Intel S5000VSA is a server motherboard that has been tailored to meet the needs of businesses requiring a reliable and scalable infrastructure. Designed for Intel's 5000 series of chipsets, this motherboard is notable for its standards in performance, flexibility, and management capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Intel S5000VSA is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. The flexibility to utilize various Xeon chips allows organizations to select the optimal processing power for their specific workloads, whether that be database management, virtualization, or heavy computation tasks. This capability is essential for providing the high levels of performance and responsiveness businesses demand in their server environments.

The motherboard supports up to 32GB of memory using DDR2 technology, with eight DIMM slots available for expansion. This memory capacity allows for significant multitasking and resource management, essential in data-heavy server applications. The board supports both ECC (Error-Correcting Code) and non-ECC memory, offering organizations options depending on their fault tolerance needs.

In terms of connectivity, the S5000VSA comes equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, providing ample options for expandability with various I/O cards or additional network interfaces. This is particularly important as businesses grow and require additional capabilities or higher performance networking solutions.

The Intel S5000VSA is also noted for its advanced management features. Integrated Remote Management capabilities enable IT administrators to monitor and manage the system from afar, enhancing both uptime and ease of maintenance. Support for Intel’s Active Management Technology (AMT) allows for greater control over the server and improves security by enabling remote management regardless of the operating system state.

Another important aspect of the S5000VSA is its built-in RAID controller that supports several RAID levels. This feature enhances data reliability and performance, allowing users to configure their storage systems according to their needs, whether they prioritize speed or redundancy.

In summary, the Intel S5000VSA is a robust server motherboard designed with scalability, performance, and management in mind. It supports dual Xeon processors, offers extensive memory options, and provides essential features such as RAID support and remote management. This makes it a suitable choice for data centers and enterprises looking for a competitive edge through advanced technology.