Chapter 1: Introduction

Figure 1-3. AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your serverboard. See the previous pages for the actual specifications of your serverboard.

DIMM A7

DIMM A5

DIMM A3

DIMM A1

DDR2 533/667/800

DIMM B8

DIMM B6

DIMM B4

DIMM B2

DIMM A7

DIMM A5

DIMM A3

DIMM A1

DDR2 533/667/800

DIMM B8

DIMM B6

DIMM B4

DIMM B2

DDR2

HT Link

DDR2

 

16/16-1GHz

 

AMD

H0L1

 

 

AMD

Socket F

 

 

Socket F

CPU2

HT Link

16/16-1GHz

 

 

 

 

H0L0

 

SAS x4

 

 

 

 

HT Link

 

 

16/16-1GHz

SAS x4

 

H0L2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAS Controller

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LSI 1068E

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-X 64Bit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-E GEN2 X8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

133/100 MHz Slot

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-X A

 

 

 

NEC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-E GEN2 X4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-X 64Bit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PD720400

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-X B

 

 

 

 

 

 

SR5690

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

133/100 MHz Slot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GbE(LAN2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RJ45

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intel 82574L

 

PCI-E GEN2 X1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GbE(LAN1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RJ45

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intel 82574L

 

PCI-E GEN2 X1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RMII

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DDR2 SDRAM

 

PCI

 

64MB X16

BMC

 

 

 

 

2x USB

SP5100

PSU I2C

VGA

SMBus

 

 

 

 

 

IPMB

WPCM450-R

LPC

 

 

 

 

HWM

 

 

SIO

 

W83795G

 

 

W83627DHG

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLOPPY COM1 COM2 KB/MS

 

 

Slot6

PCI-E GEN2 X8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot5

PCI-E GEN2 X8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot4

PCI-E GEN2 X8

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-E GEN2 X4

Slot3

 

 

 

IDE (ATA/133)

SATA x6

SPI Flash

FE PHY

RTL8201N

RJ45

2XUSB

4XUSB

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SUPER MICRO Computer H8DII+-F, H8DI3+-F user manual SR5690

H8DII+, H8DI3+, H8DII+-F, H8DI3+-F specifications

Super Micro Computer, a leader in high-performance server solutions, offers a range of motherboards designed for demanding enterprise applications. Notable models include the H8DI3+-F, H8DII+-F, H8DI3+, and H8DII+. These motherboards incorporate advanced technologies tailored for reliability, flexibility, and scalability, making them ideal for data centers, virtualization, and high-performance computing tasks.

The H8DI3+-F and H8DII+-F motherboards are optimized for dual AMD Opteron processors, delivering exceptional processing power with support for both single and dual-socket configurations. This flexibility allows users to tailor their systems according to specific application needs, whether they require a compact setup or a more extensive, scalable infrastructure.

Key features include support for DDR4 memory, which enhances bandwidth and energy efficiency. The H8DI3+-F and H8DII+-F motherboards support up to 1TB of RAM through 16 DIMM slots, enabling the hosting of memory-intensive applications with ease. This is complemented by advanced error-correcting code (ECC) memory support, ensuring data integrity and stability in mission-critical environments.

Both motherboards include several PCIe slots, facilitating the integration of high-performance GPUs and storage solutions. This modularity is crucial for businesses looking to harness the power of GPU computing for tasks such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics.

Storage options are robust, with support for multiple 2.5” or 3.5” drives and RAID configurations, allowing for rapid data access and redundancy. These features ensure that organizations can maintain high availability and minimize downtime.

Additionally, the H8DI3+ and H8DII+ models boast integrated dual 10Gb/s Ethernet ports for high-speed network connectivity, essential for optimizing data transfers and ensuring seamless communication across distributed systems.

In terms of reliability, Super Micro emphasizes military-grade components and extensive testing, providing peace of mind to users in critical environments. Each model supports comprehensive management features, including remote access capabilities and thermal monitoring, contributing to reduced operational costs.

Overall, Super Micro's H8DI3+-F, H8DII+-F, H8DI3+, and H8DII+ motherboards represent the pinnacle of server technology, combining robust performance, extensive scalability, and innovative features designed to address the evolving demands of modern enterprise computing. These motherboards are ideal for organizations seeking powerful, flexible systems that can adapt to future technological advancements.