Chapter 1: Introduction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X7SLM-L Quick Reference

 

Jumpers

Label

Description

Default Setting

JBT1

#20

CMOS Clear

See Chapter 2

JPL1/JPL2

#8, 9

GLAN 1/2 Enable

Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

JWD

#26

Watch Dog Timer Enable

Pins 1-2 (Reset)

Connectors

Label

 

Description

 

Battery

#12

 

Onboard Battery

 

BIOS

#15

 

SPI BIOS Chip

 

COM1/COM2

#3, #7

 

COM Port 1/Serial Port Connector 2

Fans 1~5

#33, 27, 19, 11, 36

 

System Cooling Fans 1~4 & CPU Fan (Fan 1)

IDE

#25

 

IDE Hard Drive Connector

 

I-SATA 0~3

#21, 22, 23, 24

 

Intel South Bridge SATA Headers

 

JD1

#32

 

PWR LED/External Speaker Header (Pins 4~7: SPKR)

JF1

#30

 

FP Control Panel Header

 

JL1

#18

 

Chassis Intrusion Header

 

JOH1

#28

 

Overheat LED Header

 

JP3

#10

 

Power Extension Connector (for Add-on cards)

JPW1

#34

 

ATX 24-pin Power Connector (Required)

JPW2

#35

 

12V 8-pin Power Connector (Required)

LAN1/LAN2

#5, 6

 

Ethernet RJ45 (Gigabit LAN) Connectors 1~2

KB/Mouse

#1

 

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse

 

Speaker

#31

 

Internal Speaker/Buzzer

 

USB 0/1

#2

 

Back Panel Universal Serial Bus Ports 0/1

USB 2/3, 5/6

#13, 16

 

Internal USB Ports

 

USB 4, 7

#14, 17

 

Front Panel USB Connections 3/4

VGA

#4

 

Video Graphics Port

 

LED Indicator

Label

Description

 

LE1

#29

 

Onboard Power LED Indicator

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SUPER MICRO Computer x7slm-l user manual LED Indicator Label Description

x7slm-l specifications

Super Micro Computer Inc., commonly known as Supermicro, has been a prominent player in the server and high-performance computing markets. Among its extensive product range, the X7SLM-L motherboard stands out as an ideal solution for both server and workstation applications. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the X7SLM-L caters to a variety of user demands, including scalability, reliability, and compatibility.

The Supermicro X7SLM-L motherboard is built on an Intel Socket 775 platform, offering support for multi-core Intel processors, including the Xeon series. This enables users to harness the processing power necessary for demanding applications like virtualization, database management, and scientific computations. The board can accommodate up to 8 GB of DDR2 memory, which is essential for memory-intensive tasks, ensuring smooth and efficient performance.

One of the standout features of the X7SLM-L is its support for PCI Express 2.0, allowing for enhanced graphics and expansion capabilities. Users can easily integrate high-performance add-on cards, which are crucial for fields such as video editing, gaming, and CAD applications. Furthermore, the motherboard comes with multiple SATA ports, offering exceptional flexibility for storage configurations. With support for RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 10, users can ensure data protection and improve performance.

Another important characteristic of the X7SLM-L is its embedded network controller, which provides high-speed connectivity options to meet the needs of data center environments. With integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet, users can take advantage of redundancy and load balancing, crucial for maintaining uptime in critical applications.

Supermicro's commitment to energy efficiency is also evident in the X7SLM-L design. The motherboard supports Intel’s SpeedStep technology, providing dynamic adjustment of CPU voltage and frequency according to workload requirements, thus reducing power consumption and heat generation.

In summary, the Supermicro X7SLM-L motherboard is a versatile and feature-rich platform designed for users who require high performance and reliability. With support for advanced Intel processors, substantial memory capacity, flexible storage options, and energy-efficient technologies, the X7SLM-L stands as an excellent choice for a wide range of computing applications. Whether for server deployments or demanding workstation tasks, this motherboard provides a solid foundation for next-generation computing needs.