Adapters and Peripherals

Intel® Server Board SE7520BB2

Manufacturer

Model Name

Model Number

Interface

Comments

Server 2003

Windows

Microsoft

Server 4.0

Enterprise

Red Hat

Linux

Enterprise

SuSE 9

4.1PCI SATA RAID

AMCC / 3Ware

9500S-8 (PCI-Med)

9500S-8

PCI-X 64/66

SATA RAID,

1

1

1

8 channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intel

SRCS28X (PCI-Short)

SRCS28X

PCI-X 64/133

SATA RAID,

1

1

1

8 channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LSI Logic

MegaRAID SATA

MegaRAID

PCI 64/66

SATA RAID,

1

1

[1]

150-6 (PCI-Short)

SATA 150-6

6 channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.2PCI SCSI RAID

Intel

Intel

Intel

SRCU41L

SRCU41L

PCI 64/66

U320, 2

1

1

1

(PCI-LP/RP)

channel

 

 

 

 

 

SRCU42E (PCI-Med)

SRCU42E

x8 PCI Express

U320, 2

1

1

1

channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

SRCU42X (PCI-Short)

SRCU42X

PCI-X 64/133

U320, 2

1

1

1

channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.3PCI SCSI

LSI Logic

LSI22320-R (PCI-Short)

LSI22320-R

PCI-X 64/133

U320, 2 channel

1

1

1

4.4PCI Fiber Channel

Emulex

LP10000ExDC

LP982-F2

x4 PCI-Express

2 channel

1

1

[1]

(PCI-Short)

2Gb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qlogic

QLA2342 (PCI-Short)

QLA2342

PCI-X 64/133

2 channel

1

1

1

2Gb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.5PCI NIC

Intel

PRO/100+ S Server

PILA8470D3

PCI 32/33

 

1

1

1

Adapter(PCI-Short)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intel

PRO/100+ S Server

PILA8470C3

PCI 32/33

 

SA

SA

SA

Adapter (PCI-Short)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRO/1000MT Gigabit

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intel

Server Adapter (PCI-

PWLA8490MT

PCI-X 64/133

 

1

1

1

 

LP/RP)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRO/1000MT Gigabit

 

 

100baseLC,

 

 

 

Intel

Server Adapter (PCI-

PWLA8490MF

PCI-X 64/133

Fiber, No

SA

SA

SA

 

LP/RP)

 

 

bridge

 

 

 

Intel

PRO/1000XT Gigabit

PWLA8490XT

PCI-X 64/133

PCI short

1

1

1

Server Adatper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel manual PCI Fiber Channel, Adapters and Peripherals Intel Server Board SE7520BB2

SE7520BB2 specifications

The Intel SE7520BB2 is a server motherboard designed for high-performance and reliability in enterprise environments. It caters to the demands of small to medium-sized businesses as well as larger organizations needing a robust and versatile platform for their mission-critical applications.

At the core of the SE7520BB2 motherboard is support for dual Intel Xeon processors, enabling users to leverage increased computational power and efficient multitasking capabilities. This support enhances the system's ability to handle multiple applications and heavy workloads seamlessly. The board is designed to accommodate processors from the Intel Xeon 5000 series, providing flexibility in terms of performance scaling.

One of the key features of the SE7520BB2 is its support for up to 16 GB of DDR2 memory across four DIMM slots. This capability ensures that users can run memory-intensive applications efficiently, allowing for improved performance and responsiveness. The motherboard also supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which enhances reliability by automatically detecting and correcting data corruption, a vital feature for server environments where data integrity is paramount.

In terms of connectivity, the SE7520BB2 offers multiple PCI Express slots, allowing for the addition of GPUs, RAID controllers, and other expansion cards to tailor the server's capabilities to specific use cases. The motherboard also includes integrated SATA ports, which facilitate drive connections for storage solutions, further enhancing the server's data handling capability.

The SE7520BB2 has a well-thought-out design for efficient thermal management. It includes features like intelligent fan control and is compatible with various cooling solutions. This ensures that the system operates within safe temperature limits, enhancing longevity and stability.

Additionally, the motherboard is equipped with comprehensive network options, including support for dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. This feature enables high-speed data transfer and outstanding network reliability, which is essential for maintaining business operations.

In summary, the Intel SE7520BB2 motherboard is a powerful and reliable solution for server applications. Its dual Intel Xeon processor support, expansive memory capacity, versatile expansion options, and robust networking capabilities make it a suitable choice for those looking to build a capable and efficient server, whether for virtualization, file storage, or any demanding computational tasks. With its focus on performance and reliability, the SE7520BB2 continues to meet the needs of today’s enterprise environments.