SUPER MICRO Computer X7DB8, X7DBE user manual Parallel Printer Port, Connector, Parallel Port

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Parallel (Printer) Port Connector
Pin Definitions

Chapter 2: Installation

2-8 Parallel Port, Floppy Drive, Hard Disk Drive, SIMLP IPMI and SCSI Connections

Note the following when connecting the floppy and hard disk drive cables:

The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires.

A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1.

A single floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires and two connectors to provide for two floppy disk drives. The connector with twisted wires always connects to

drive A, and the connector that does not have twisted wires always connects to drive B.

Parallel (Printer) Port

Pin#

Definition

 

Pin #

Definition

1

Strobe-

 

2

Auto Feed-

 

Connector

 

3

Data Bit 0

 

4

Error-

 

 

 

The parallel (printer) port is located

5

Data Bit 1

 

 

Init-

 

6

on the IO Back Panel. See the table

7

Data Bit 2

 

 

SLCT IN-

 

8

on the right for pin definitions.

9

Data Bit 3

 

10

GND

 

11

Data Bit 4

 

12

GND

 

13

Data Bit 5

 

 

GND

 

 

14

 

15

Data Bit 6

 

 

GND

 

 

16

 

17

Data Bit 7

 

 

GND

 

 

18

 

19

ACK

 

 

GND

 

 

20

 

21

BUSY

 

 

Write Data

 

 

22

 

23

PE

 

 

Write Gate

 

 

24

 

25

SLCT

 

 

NC

 

 

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

KB/

 

Fan6 Fan5

4-Pin

 

24-Pin ATX PWR

 

Fan7

SMBPS PSF

 

 

 

 

8-pin PWR

 

Mouse

 

 

 

PWR

 

 

 

 

 

 

JAR

J3P

 

 

 

 

 

Fan1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB0/1

 

 

 

DIMM 4B

(Bank 4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A. Parallel Port

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ctrl

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 4A

(Bank 4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COM1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 3B

(Bank 3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ParrallelPortJLAN1

A

 

DIMM 3A (Bank 3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LEDSPK

Fan2

 

 

DIMM 2B (Bank 2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 2A (Bank 2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA

 

 

 

DIMM 1B (Bank 1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PW

JP1

 

 

 

 

DIMM 1A (Bank 1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE1

 

GLAN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOH1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU2

 

 

 

SGPIO2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPER

X7DB8/E

North Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SGPIO1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot7

SIMLP IPMI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fan8Fan3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-Exp x8

SEPC

 

 

 

 

 

JBT1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPG1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floppy

 

CompactFlash

 

 

 

 

Slot6

PCI-Exp x8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

South

JCF1

 

 

IDE1

 

Slot5

 

 

Battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JWF1

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot4

PCI-Exp x4

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPA3JPA2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JWD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

CTRL

Slot3

PCI-X 133 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL1

 

J28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL2

 

J27

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB4

 

 

 

SCSI

 

 

 

 

Slot2

PCI-X 133 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

PXH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SI/O

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WOL

 

 

 

320

 

 

 

 

JWOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCSI CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot1

PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB2/3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DA2

 

 

 

Fan4 DA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JK1

SMB

JL1

SATA4

SATA5

JPA1

320 SCSI Channel B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JCOM2

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA0

SATA1 SATA2 SATA3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUPER MICRO Computer X7DB8, X7DBE user manual Parallel Printer Port, Connector, Parallel Port

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.