SUPER MICRO Computer X7DWE, Supero user manual Universal Serial Bus USB, Chassis Intrusion

Models: X7DWE Supero

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Chapter 2: Installation

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

There are seven USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports/headers on the motherboard. Back Panel USB Ports 0 and 1 are located at JUSB1. The other fi ve are Front Panel Accessible USB headers. USB Headers 2 and 3, USB Header 4 and 5, and USB6, located next to the fl oppy drive, pro-

Back Panel USB

(USB0/1)

Pin# Defi nitions

1+5V

2PO-

3PO+

4Ground

5 N/A

Front Panel USB

Pin Definitions (USB 2/3/4)

vide front panel USB access. See the tables on the right for pin defi nitions.

Chassis Intrusion

USB2/4

Pin # Defi nition

1+5V

2PO-

3PO+

4Ground

5 Key

USB3

Pin # Definition

1+5V

2PO-

3PO+

4Ground

5No connection

A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach an appropriate cable from the chassis to inform you of a chassis intrusion when the chassis is opened.

Chassis Intrusion

Pin Definitions (JL1)

Pin# Defi nition

1Intrusion Input

2Ground

 

KB/MS

 

8-Pin PWR

24-Pin ATX PWR

 

USB0/1

A

 

 

COM1

 

 

DIMM2B

 

 

 

DIMM2A

 

 

 

 

DIMM1B

 

 

 

 

DIMM1A

 

VGA

 

 

 

 

LAN1

 

 

 

 

LAN2

 

 

 

 

 

FAN5

JP2

 

 

 

FAN6

 

 

 

 

 

 

X7DWE

 

 

Slot7 SIMLP

VGA

Slot6 PCI-E x8

 

 

 

CTRL

Slot5 PCI-E x8

 

 

Slot4 PCI-E x8

 

 

 

JPG1 JWD

 

 

LAN

Slot3 PCI-E x8

 

 

COM2

 

 

CTRL

 

 

 

 

JPL1

 

Slot 2 PCI-E x4

 

JPL2

 

JI2C3

JI2C1

 

I/O

JI2C4

JI2C2

 

Super

Slot1 PCI-X 133MHz

 

 

Slot 0 PCI-U

J18

PWRSMB

FAN1

LED5

BANK2

CPU1

BANK1

 

Intel 5400

 

 

 

 

 

 

North Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LED6 JOH1

FP CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

T-SGPIO1

 

 

 

Intel ESB2

 

 

T-SGPIO2

 

 

 

South Bridge

USB4/5

C

 

 

 

 

 

USB6

FLOPPY

 

IDE#1

 

J7

JBT

 

 

 

JP1

USB2/3

 

B

 

 

BIOS

 

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I-SATA5

I-SATA3

I-SATA1 E

 

 

LE1

SPKR

I-SATA2

I-SATA0 JL1

 

 

 

JPT1JWOL1I-SATA4 J8

 

 

 

JD1

 

 

 

FAN4

A. Backpanel USB 0/1

B. Front Panel USB 2/3

C. Front Panel USB 4/5

D. Front Panel USB 6

E. Chassis Intrusion

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SUPER MICRO Computer X7DWE, Supero user manual Universal Serial Bus USB, Chassis Intrusion

X7DWE, Supero specifications

Supermicro, a leading provider of high-performance server technology, has made significant strides in the server market with its Supero X7DWE motherboard. This particular model stands out for its robust capabilities, designed specifically for enterprise-level applications and data center deployments.

The Supero X7DWE motherboard is engineered with dual Intel Xeon 5000/5100 series processors, enabling it to handle demanding computational tasks effectively. With support for up to 32 GB of DDR2 memory, this motherboard provides substantial memory bandwidth, which is essential for high-performance computing and virtualization applications. The architecture allows for up to 8 DIMM slots, delivering flexibility in terms of memory configuration to meet specific workload requirements.

One of the key features of the Supero X7DWE is its advanced I/O capabilities. The motherboard is equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, allowing for the integration of a variety of expansion cards, including high-speed network adapters, RAID controllers, and graphics cards. This versatility enhances the server's performance and adaptability, catering to various business needs.

In terms of storage, the X7DWE comes with support for several SATA and SAS drives, including RAID configurations, which provide improved data redundancy and performance. This feature is particularly attractive to businesses that require reliable data management and protection.

Moreover, the Supero X7DWE motherboard incorporates advanced networking capabilities, featuring integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. These ports facilitate high-speed data transfer and redundancy, essential for business continuity and ensuring that applications remain accessible.

Power efficiency is another critical aspect of the Supero X7DWE design. With support for high-efficiency power supplies, the motherboard minimizes energy consumption while maximizing performance, making it a cost-effective solution for enterprises looking to reduce operational costs.

In conclusion, the Supermicro Supero X7DWE motherboard exemplifies a perfect balance between performance, reliability, and flexibility. With its dual processor support, expansive memory capacity, advanced I/O options, and efficient power management, it is an ideal choice for organizations seeking to deploy high-performance servers tailored for intensive workloads. Whether for virtualization, database management, or enterprise applications, the X7DWE proves to be an excellent foundation for building powerful and scalable server solutions.