X7DVL-3/X7DVL-i User's Manual

Motherboard Features

CPU

Dual Intel® 64-bit Xeon LGA 771 Quad Core/Dual Core processors at a front side bus speed of 1333 MHz/1067 MHz/667MHz

Memory

Six 240-pin DIMM sockets with support up to 16 GB ECC FBD (Fully Buff- ered) DDR2 667/533 Memory (*See Section 2-3 in Chapter 2 for DIMM Slot Population.)

Chipset

Intel 5000V chipset, including: the 5000V Memory Control Hub (MCH) and the Enterprise South Bridge 2 (ESB2)

Expansion Slots

One PCI-Exp. x8 slot (Slot6)

Two 64-bit PCI-X 133MHz slots (Slot5/Slot6)

One 32-bit PCI 33 MHz slot (Slot1)

One Low Profile SIMLP IPMI (J16)

BIOS

8 Mb Phoenix® Flash ROM

DMI 2.3, PCI 2.2, ACPI 1.0, Plug and Play (PnP), USB Keyboard support, Hardware BIOS Virus Protection and SMBIOS 2.3

PC Health Monitoring

Onboard voltage monitors for CPU cores, +1.8V, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, 12V, +3.3V standby, +5V standby and VBAT)

Fan status monitor with firmware control

CPU/chassis temperature monitors

Low noise fan speed control

Platform Environment Control Interface (PECI) ready

CPU fan auto-off in sleep mode

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) fan control

I2C temperature sensing logic

Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) support

CPU slow-down on temperature overheat

CPU thermal trip support for processor protection

Power-up mode control for recovery from AC power loss

Chassis intrusion detection

System resource alert via Supero Doctor III

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SUPER MICRO Computer X7DVL-3 user manual Memory, Chipset, Expansion Slots, PC Health Monitoring

X7DVL-3 specifications

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is a well-respected name in the realm of high-performance computing, offering diverse solutions tailored for various applications. One of the notable offerings from the brand is the Supermicro X7DVL-3 motherboard, designed to provide exceptional performance and reliability for both workstations and servers.

At its core, the X7DVL-3 is built on the Intel 5000X chipset, making it a robust choice for enterprise-level tasks. It supports Intel's dual-core and quad-core Xeon processors, specifically the LGA 771 socket. This design enables users to leverage enhanced processing power, facilitating intensive computational tasks such as virtualization, data analysis, or complex simulations.

One standout feature of the X7DVL-3 is its support for up to 32GB of DDR2 ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory across four DIMM slots. This memory technology ensures higher reliability and stability, reducing the risk of data corruption—a critical factor for enterprises that require consistent performance and uptime.

In terms of connectivity, the motherboard comes equipped with 6 SATA ports, offering flexible storage options for RAID configurations, enhancing both speed and redundancy. Additionally, the X7DVL-3 features dual Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, which facilitate high-speed network connectivity and allow for dual network path setups, ensuring seamless communication in network-intensive applications.

The X7DVL-3 is also designed with a high degree of scalability in mind. It includes multiple PCI-E slots, thereby supporting a range of expansion cards, including graphics cards for visualization tasks or additional networking options. This adaptability is crucial for organizations that need to upgrade or modify their systems as their operational demands evolve.

Another notable aspect of the Supermicro X7DVL-3 is its emphasis on efficiency and management. The motherboard is equipped with Supermicro’s IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) technology, allowing for remote management and monitoring of system health. This feature is particularly valuable in data center environments where managing multiple servers efficiently can lead to significant operational cost reductions.

In summary, the Supermicro X7DVL-3 motherboard stands out with its robust architecture, support for powerful Intel Xeon processors, extensive memory capacity, and advanced connectivity features. Coupled with its emphasis on reliability and manageability, this motherboard represents a solid choice for businesses seeking a dependable solution for their computing needs. Whether in a server configuration or a high-performance workstation, the X7DVL-3 delivers the performance and scalability critical for modern enterprises.