Chapter 2: Installation

Compact Flash Card PWR Connector

ACompact Flash Card Power Connector is located at JWF1. For the Compact Flash Card or the Compact Flash Jumper (JCF1) to work properly, you will need to connect the Compact Flash Card power cable to JWF1 fi rst. Refer to the board layout below for the location.

Compact Flash Card PWR

Connector

Jumper Defi nition

On

Compact Flash

 

Power On

Off

Compact Flash

 

Power Off

 

 

SGPIO Headers

There are two SGPIO (Serial General Purpose Input/Output) headers (J29, J30) located on the motherboard.These headers support serial link interfaces for the onboard SATAand SAS connectors. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions. Refer to the board layout below for the location.

SGPIO

Pin Definitions

Pin#

 

Defi nition

Pin

 

Defi nition

1

 

*NC

2

 

*NC

 

 

3

 

Ground

4

 

Data

 

 

5

 

Load

6

 

Ground

 

 

7

 

*NC

 

 

*NC

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Note: NC= No Connections

KB/

Fan6 Fan5

4-Pin

24-Pin ATX PWR

 

Fan7

SMBPS PSF

 

 

 

8-pin PWR

A. Compact Flash PWR

Mouse

 

 

PWR

 

 

 

 

 

JAR

J3P

 

 

 

 

Fan1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B. SGPIO1

COM1

 

 

DIMM 4B (Bank 4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FPCtrl

B. SGPIO2

USB0/1

 

 

DIMM 4A (Bank 4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 3B (Bank 3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ParrallelPortJLAN1

 

 

DIMM 3A (Bank 3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LEDSPK

Fan2

 

 

 

DIMM 2B (Bank 2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 2A (Bank 2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM 1B (Bank 1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PW

JP1

 

VGA

 

 

DIMM 1A (Bank 1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOH1

 

GLAN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU2

 

 

 

SGPIO2

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPER

X7DB8/E

North Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SGPIO1

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot7

SIMLP IPMI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fan8Fan3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI-Exp x8

SEPC

 

 

 

 

 

JBT1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPG1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floppy

 

CompactFlash

 

 

 

Slot6

PCI-Exp x8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IDE1

 

VGA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

South

JCF1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JWF1

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

Slot5

 

 

Battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot4

PCI-Exp x4

BIOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPA3 JPA2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CTRL

 

JWD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

Slot3

PCI-X 133 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel

 

 

LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL1

 

J28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPL2

 

J27

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB4

 

 

 

SCSI

 

 

 

Slot2

PCI-X 133 MHz

 

 

 

 

PXH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

320

 

 

SI/O

 

JWOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WOL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot1

PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB2/3

SCSI CTRL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DA2

 

 

 

Fan4

DA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

JK1

SMB

JL1

SATA4

SATA5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JPA1

320 SCSI Channel B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA1 SATA2

 

 

 

JCOM2

 

 

 

 

SATA0

SATA3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUPER MICRO Computer X7DB8, X7DBE user manual Compact Flash Card PWR Connector, Sgpio Headers, Compact Flash PWR

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.