SUPER MICRO Computer X7DWE ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports, Serial Ports, COM1 COM2

Models: X7DWE Supero

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Chapter 2: Installation

ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports

The ATX PS/2 keyboard and the PS/2 mouse are located at JKM1. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions. (The mouse port is above the key- board port. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions.)

PS/2 Keyboard and

Mouse Port Pin

Definitions

Pin# Defi nition

1Data

2NC

3Ground

4VCC

5Clock

6 NC

Serial Ports

Serial Port Pin Definitions

(COM1/COM2)

COM1 is a connector located on the I/O Backpanel, and COM2 is a header located at JCOM2. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions.

Pin # Defi nition

1CDC

2RXD

3TXD

4DTR

5Ground

Pin # Defi nition

6DSR

7RTS

8CTS

9RI

10 NC

(Pin 10 is available on COM2 only. NC: No Connection.)

 

KB/MS

A 8-Pin PWR

24-Pin ATX PWR

 

USB0/1

 

 

 

COM1

B

DIMM2B

 

DIMM2A

 

DIMM1B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM1A

 

VGA

 

 

 

 

 

LAN1

 

 

 

 

LAN2

 

 

 

 

FAN5

JP2

 

 

 

FAN6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot7 SIMLP

 

VGA

Slot6 PCI-E x8

PWRSMB

Intel 5400

North Bridge

FAN1 BANK1 BANK2

A. Keyboard/Mouse

LED5

B.COM1

C.COM2

CPU1

CPU2

FAN2

FAN3

X7DWE

CTRL

Slot5 PCI-E x8

 

 

Slot4 PCI-E x8

 

 

JPG1 JWD

 

 

LAN

Slot3 PCI-E x8

 

COM2

C

 

CTRL

JPL1

 

Slot 2 PCI-E x4

JPL2

 

JI2C3

JI2C1

 

I/O

JI2C4

JI2C2

 

Super

Slot1 PCI-X 133MHz

 

 

Slot 0 PCI-U

J18

 

 

 

LED6 JOH1

FP CTRL

 

 

T-SGPIO1

 

Intel ESB2

 

T-SGPIO2

 

South Bridge

USB4/5

 

 

 

 

USB6

FLOPPY

IDE#1

J7

JBT

JP1

USB2/3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

I-SATA5

I-SATA3

I-SATA1

LE1 SPKR

J8 I-SATA2

I-SATA0 JL1

JPT1JWOL1I-SATA4

JD1

 

FAN4

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SUPER MICRO Computer X7DWE, Supero user manual ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports, Serial Ports, COM1 COM2

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.