Chapter 1: Introduction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Quick Reference ( X7DB8/X7DBE)

Jumper

 

Description

 

Default Setting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J27, J28

 

I2C Bus to PCI-X/PCI-E Slots

 

Open (Disabled)

J3P

3rd PWR Failure Detect

 

Off (Disabled)

JBT1

CMOS Clear

 

See Chapter 2

JCF1

Compact Card Master/Slave Select

 

On (Master)

JPA1 (*X7DB8) SCSI Controller Enable

Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JPA2, JPA3

SCSI CHA(JPA2),CHB(JPA3)Term.En

Off (Enabled) (*X7DB8)

JPG1

VGA Enable

 

Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JPL1/ JPL2

GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable

 

Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JWD

Watch Dog

 

Pins 1-2 (Reset)

Connector

 

 

Description

 

 

 

 

ATX PWR (JPW1)

Primary 24-Pin ATX PWR Connector

Aux. PWR/CPU PWR

+12V 4-pin PWR (JWP2)/+12V 8-pin PWR(JPW3)

Alarm Reset (JAR)

Alarm Reset Off (Normal)

 

 

 

Chassis Intrusion (JL1)

Chassis Intrusion Header

 

 

 

COM1/COM2

 

COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connectors

Compact PWR (JWF1)

Compact Card PWR Connector (*Used if JCF1 is on.)

DA1/DA2

 

SCSI Activity LED Indicators (See Chapter 2)

DIMM#1A-DIMM#4B

Memory FBD DDRII Slots

 

 

 

FAN 1-8

 

Fans 1-8 (CPU Fans/Chassis Fans)

Floppy (J22)

 

Floppy Disk Drive Connector

 

 

 

FP CTRL (JF1)

 

Front Control Panel Connector

GLAN 1/2 (JLAN1/2)

G-bit Ethernet Ports

 

 

 

IDE1/IDE2 (Note)

IDE1 Hard Drive (JIDE1)/Compact Flash Card (JIDE2)

Keylock (JK1)

 

Keylock Header

 

 

 

OH LED (JOH1)

Overheat LED

 

 

 

Parallel (J21)

 

Parallel (Printer) Port

 

 

 

PSF

 

Power Supply Failure (See Chapter 2)

PWR LED (LE1)

PWR LED Indicator (Note 6 on Pg.1-4)

PWR LED/SPKR (JD1)

PWR LED(pins1-3)/SpeakerHeader (pins 4-7)

PWR SMB (J17)

Power System Management

(I2C) Header

SATA0-SATA5

 

SATA 0-5 Connectors

 

 

 

SCSI Chan. A/B(JA1/JA2)SCSI Channel A/Channel B Connectors (*X7DB8 only)

SGPIO 1/2(J29,J30)

Serial General Purpose Input/Output Headers

SMB (J18)

System Management Bus Header

Slot 7

SIM Low Profile IPMI Connector

USB 0/1,USB 2/3, USB4

Back Panel USB 0/1, Front Panel USB 2/3, FP USB4

VGA (J15)

VGA Connector

WOL (JWOL)

Wake-on-LAN Header

WOR (JWOR)

Wake-on-Ring Header

Note: JIDE2 is for Compact Card Use only. For Compact Card to work properly, please enable JCF1 by putting cap on it and connect JWF1 to a power supply.

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SUPER MICRO Computer user manual Quick Reference X7DB8/X7DBE, Jumper Description Default Setting

X7DB8, X7DBE specifications

Super Micro Computer, a global leader in high-performance server and storage solutions, has developed a range of advanced server motherboards, among which the X7DBE and X7DB8 stand out for their robust performance and versatility. Designed for data-intensive applications, these motherboards cater to various markets, including cloud computing, enterprise data centers, and video surveillance.

The X7DBE motherboards are built on the Intel 5000 series chipset and support dual Intel Xeon processors, which provide exceptional processing power for demanding applications. With a maximum memory capacity of 64GB, these motherboards cater to memory-intensive workloads, making them ideal for virtualization and database applications. The X7DBE supports both ECC (Error-Correcting Code) and non-ECC memory, enhancing system reliability and data integrity.

In terms of storage, the X7DBE is equipped with multiple 3.5-inch SATA hard drive bays that allow for substantial data storage capabilities. Additionally, it includes integrated RAID support, enabling users to configure their storage environment for optimal performance and redundancy. The advanced thermal management technology ensures efficient cooling, promoting system stability and longevity even under heavy workloads.

The X7DB8, on the other hand, takes performance a notch higher by providing support for the latest Intel processors and offering enhanced features geared toward high-performance computing. Like the X7DBE, it supports dual processors but extends capability for larger memory configurations, allowing up to 128GB of DDR2 memory. This flexibility makes the X7DB8 an excellent choice for mission-critical applications requiring immense processing power.

Both motherboards come equipped with multiple PCI Express slots, enabling the installation of add-on cards for tasks such as enhanced graphics, additional network interfaces, or dedicated storage controllers, thus providing scalability to meet the growing demands of modern applications. Network connectivity is robust, with several Gigabit Ethernet ports ensuring high-speed data transfer.

In conclusion, Super Micro's X7DBE and X7DB8 motherboards exemplify the perfect blend of performance, scalability, and reliability. With their support for advanced technologies and their ability to handle high workloads, they are ideal solutions for businesses seeking to optimize their server infrastructure. As technology continues to evolve, these motherboards remain pertinent, providing a solid foundation for various applications and future advancements.