Functional Architecture

Intel® Server Board SE7501WV2 TPS

3.2.4.5APIC

The ICH3-S integrates an APIC that is used to distribute 24 interrupts.

3.2.4.6Power Management

One of the embedded functions of the ICH3-S is a power management controller. The SE7501WV2 server board uses this to implement ACPI-compliant power management features. The SE7501WV2 supports sleep states S0, S1, S4, and S5.

3.3Super I/O

The National Semiconductor* PC87417 Super I/O device contains all of the necessary circuitry to control two serial ports, one parallel port, one floppy disk, and one PS/2-compatible keyboard and mouse. The SE7501WV2 server board supports the following features:

GPIOs

Two serial ports

Floppy

Keyboard and mouse through one PS/2 connector

Wake up control

3.3.1GPIOs

The National Semiconductor* PC87417 Super I/O provides nine general-purpose input/output pins that the SE7501WV2 server board utilizes. The following table identifies the pin and the signal name used in the schematic:

Table 6. Super I/O GPIO Usage Table

 

 

 

 

Intel® Server Board

 

 

Pin

Name

IO/GPIO

SE7501WV2 Use

 

 

124

GPIO00/CLKRUN_L

I/O

TP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

125

GPIO01/KBCLK

I/O

KB_CLK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

126

GPIO02/KBDAT

I/O

KB_DAT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

127

GPIO03/MCLK

I/O

MS_CLK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

128

GPIO04/MDAT

I/O

MS_DAT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

GPIO05/XRDY

I/O

TP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

GPIO06/XIRQ

I/O

BMC_SYSIRQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

GPIO07/HFCKOUT

I/O

SIO_CLK_40M_BMC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

GPIOE10/XA11

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<11>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

GPIOE11/XA10

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<10>

 

 

3

GPIOE12/XA9

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<9>

 

 

4

GPIOE13/XA8

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<8>

 

 

5

GPIOE14/XA7

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<7>

 

 

6

GPIOE15/XA6

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<6>

 

 

7

GPIOE16/XA5

I/O,I(E)1

XBUS_A<5>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel SE7501WV2 manual GPIOs, Apic, Power Management, Super I/O Gpio Usage Table

SE7501WV2 specifications

The Intel SE7501WV2 is a versatile server motherboard designed to meet the demanding needs of modern computing environments. Engineered with a focus on performance, reliability, and flexibility, this motherboard is tailored for a range of applications, from entry-level servers to high-performance computing tasks.

One of the main features of the SE7501WV2 is its support for Intel's Xeon processors, specifically those based on the Netburst architecture. This compatibility allows for powerful multi-threaded processing capabilities, making it ideal for businesses seeking to optimize their server performance. The motherboard supports dual CPU configurations, enabling up to two processors to work simultaneously, thereby increasing computational power and efficiency.

The motherboard incorporates Intel's advanced server management technologies such as Intel Active Monitoring Technology, which helps in monitoring system health and optimizing power usage. Additionally, it features Intel's I/O Acceleration Technology, which enhances data throughput and reduces latencies, ensuring that applications run smoothly and efficiently.

Another significant characteristic of the SE7501WV2 is the memory capacity it offers. With support for up to 16 GB of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) DDR SDRAM, the motherboard helps in maintaining system stability during high workloads. The ECC memory not only prevents data corruption but also significantly enhances the reliability of mission-critical applications.

For connectivity, the SE7501WV2 comes equipped with multiple PCI-X slots, enabling the addition of various expansion cards for network, storage, and graphic capabilities. This expandability is crucial for enterprises that need to adapt their server architecture to evolving workloads.

Moreover, the SE7501WV2 features integrated high-performance RAID support, improving data redundancy and performance. This feature is essential for organizations that prioritize data security and require robust backup solutions.

In terms of power management, the motherboard supports advanced power features that help reduce operational costs while maximizing performance. The design ensures efficient power consumption, allowing it to run cooler and quieter, which is particularly beneficial for noisy data center environments.

In conclusion, the Intel SE7501WV2 motherboard is designed for those who require robust performance, reliability, and flexibility in server applications. With its support for dual Xeon processors, extensive memory capabilities, advanced management technologies, and expandability, it stands out as a solid solution for many enterprise-level computing needs.