Chapter 2: Installation

3rd PWR Supply PWR Fault Detect (J3P)

The system can notify you in the event of a power supply failure. This feature assumes that three power supply units are installed in the chassis, with one acting as a backup. If you only have one or two power supply units installed, you should disable this (the default setting) with J3P to prevent false alarms.

SAS Controller Enable (*For the X6DH3-G2 only)

JPS1 enables or disables the AIC 9140W Adaptec SAS Controller on the motherboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings. The default setting is enabled.

3rd PWR Supply PWR Fault

Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting

Defi nition

Closed

Enabled

Open

Disabled (*Default)

 

 

SAS Controller Enable

Jumper Settings

Jumper Setting

Defi nition

Pins 1-2

Enabled

Pins 2-3

Disabled

 

 

KB/MS J33

USB 0/1

COM1

J14

ParrallelJLAN1Port

VGA

J7

LAN1 JLAN1

LAN2

 

Fan6

Fan5

 

J38

 

 

24-Pin

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPW1

 

ATX PWR

 

 

 

 

12V 4-Pin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PWR

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bank1

 

 

 

DIMM 1B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 1A

 

 

 

 

 

Bank2

 

 

 

DIMM 2A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 2B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bank3

 

 

 

DIMM 3A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 3B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bank4

 

 

 

DIMM 4A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 4B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPER

®

X6DH3-G2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E7520

 

SMB PS J32

Fan7

12V 8-pin

PWR

CPU1

CPU2

J1D1

J3P JAR

 

 

PSF

JP9

 

 

 

Fan1

 

 

JF1 Control

 

 

FP

 

 

Fan2

 

JOH

Fan3

 

 

3rd PWR Fault Detect

 

 

JLAN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

 

Slot6

PCI-E X8

 

SEPC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S I/O

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN

 

 

PCI-E X8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PXH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fan8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL2

 

 

 

Slot4

PCI-X

133 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot3

PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR (Green Slot)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6300ESB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA

 

PCI-X100 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ICH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BatteryJBT1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-33 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J31

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JI C1

 

USB2/3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COM2

SMB

 

 

 

JI

C2

 

 

 

WOL

I-SATA0

I-SATA1

 

 

 

JWD

JPG1

JD1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPMI

 

 

Floppy

2

 

 

IDE

 

 

 

 

DS5 DS6

DS7

DS8

1JPS

DS1

DS2

DS3

DS4

CTRL

SAS4-7

JSM2

 

SAS

 

 

 

 

 

SAS0-3

JSM1

Fan4

JWOR

JP1

JS10

IDE1

JS9

JL1

SAS Controller

Enable

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SUPER MICRO Computer X6DHi-G2 3rd PWR Supply PWR Fault Detect J3P, SAS Controller Enable *For the X6DH3-G2 only

X6DH3-G2, X6DHi-G2 specifications

Super Micro Computer is renowned for its innovation in the server and workstation market, and the X6DH3-G2 and X6DHi-G2 motherboards are prime examples of their commitment to performance, reliability, and advanced technology. These motherboards are designed to cater to the demands of enterprise-level applications, offering robust support for a variety of workloads.

The X6DH3-G2 and X6DHi-G2 motherboards are based on the Intel E7501 chipset, supporting the Intel Xeon processor family. This allows for significant computing power, making them ideal choices for data-centric applications in various fields, from scientific research to database management. One of the standout features of these motherboards is their dual-processor capability, enabling users to harness the power of two Xeon CPUs simultaneously for enhanced multitasking and performance.

In addition to dual-processor support, both motherboards offer up to 64 GB of DDR2 ECC memory. This ensures data integrity and system stability, which are crucial in enterprise environments. The presence of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory allows these motherboards to automatically detect and correct data corruption, significantly reducing the risk of system crashes and data loss.

Storage capabilities are another highlight of the X6DH3-G2 and X6DHi-G2 motherboards. They come equipped with multiple SATA and SCSI interfaces, ensuring compatibility with various storage solutions. This flexibility allows users to configure their storage according to their specific needs, whether it be for high-speed access or large-capacity requirements. RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) support is also integrated, enabling users to implement data redundancy and improve performance.

Networking features are robust, with integrated gigabit Ethernet that ensures high-speed connections and efficient data transfer. This is essential for applications demanding low latency and high bandwidth.

The layout of the X6DH3-G2 and X6DHi-G2 motherboards is designed for optimal thermal management and airflow, enhancing system longevity and reliability. They also support a range of expansion slots, including PCI Express, which allows for the addition of graphics cards and other advanced peripherals.

Super Micro’s commitment to quality is evident in these motherboards, showcasing reliability and a wealth of features that make them suitable for demanding enterprise environments. With a focus on performance, scalability, and stability, the X6DH3-G2 and X6DHi-G2 motherboards are engineered to meet the evolving challenges faced by IT professionals and organizations today.