Chapter 1: Introduction

Figure 1-3. AMD SR5650/SP5100 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 1A

 

 

 

 

 

CPU1

DIMM 1B

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 2A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 2B

 

 

 

 

 

HT3 Link

 

 

 

 

 

 

16/16-2.6 GHz

 

 

 

INTEL

PCI-E GEN2 x1

PCI-E GEN2 X8

Slot4 PCIE x8/x16

RJ45

82574L

 

 

 

 

 

INTEL

 

PCI-E GEN2 X8

SWITCH

Slot3 x8

RJ45

PCI-E GEN2 x1

SR5650

 

 

82574L

 

 

 

 

Slot2

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-E GEN2 X4

 

COM1

 

SLOT1

 

 

 

COM2

RMII

 

 

Clock Gen

PCI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA

 

 

 

A-Link

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DDR2 SDRAM

 

 

PCI

 

IDE (ATA/133)

64MB X16

 

 

 

BMC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PSU I2C

VGA

SMBus

SP5100

SATA x6

 

 

 

 

WPCM450-R

 

 

 

 

IPMB

 

 

LPC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TPM

 

 

 

 

 

FE PHY

 

 

SPI Flash

 

 

 

RTL8201N

SIO

 

 

 

 

KB/MS

 

 

 

 

 

W83527HG

 

 

HWM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

W83795G

 

RJ45

 

7xUSB

 

 

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

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SUPER MICRO Computer H8SCM-F user manual AMD SR5650/SP5100 Chipset System Block Diagram

H8SCM, H8SCM-F specifications

Super Micro Computer, known for its cutting-edge server technology and enterprise solutions, offers the H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards as part of its robust line of products designed for high-performance computing tasks. These motherboards are ideal for businesses that require reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions for their data center and server needs.

The H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards are based on the AMD Opteron architecture, which delivers an impressive performance-to-cost ratio. They support dual-socket configurations, accommodating up to 16 cores in a single system, which is ideal for handling intensive processing demands. This allows organizations to run virtualization software, database applications, and other resource-heavy tasks with ease.

One of the standout features of the H8SCM-F motherboard is its extensive memory support. It can accommodate up to 512GB of DDR3 memory across eight DIMM slots. This high memory capacity enhances performance, particularly in data-intensive applications, ensuring that users can run multiple processes without facing bottlenecks.

The H8SCM series motherboards also emphasize connectivity. With integrated features such as dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, they support effective bandwidth management. Additionally, the presence of multiple PCI-E slots enables users to incorporate various expansion cards for enhanced connectivity options, including additional network interfaces and high-performance storage controllers.

In terms of storage, the H8SCM-F motherboard offers support for multiple SATA drives, facilitating RAID configurations for improved data redundancy and performance. The ability to implement RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 provides users with flexibility and security for their data storage needs.

Another key technology integrated into the H8SCM series is advanced thermal management. Supermicro has designed these motherboards with careful attention to airflow and cooling solutions, ensuring that systems remain stable under heavy workloads. This is particularly vital in environments where uptime is critical.

In summary, the Super Micro Computer H8SCM-F and H8SCM motherboards are designed with high-performance, scalability, and reliability in mind. Their support for powerful AMD Opteron processors, substantial memory capacity, extensive connectivity options, and advanced storage and thermal management features make them an excellent choice for businesses seeking efficient server solutions. Whether for virtualized environments or high-demand applications, these motherboards deliver exceptional performance and versatility to meet a wide range of enterprise needs.