X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V User’s Manual

Motherboard Features

CPU

Single Intel® Xeon® 3400 series processor in an LGA1156

 

socket.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory

Four (4) 240-pin, DDR3 SDRAM DIMM sockets with sup-

 

port for up to 16GB of UDIMM or up to 32GB of RDIMM

 

memory (ECC/DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory only.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supports dual-channel memory bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM sizes

 

 

UDIMM

 

 

1 GB, 2 GB, and 4GB

 

 

 

 

 

 

RDIMM

 

 

1 GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB

 

 

 

 

 

Chipset

Intel® 3420 Chipset (X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V)

 

Intel® 3400 Chipset (X8SIL)

 

 

 

 

Expansion Slots

Two (2) PCI Express 2.0 (x8) slot

 

One (1) PCI Express x4 (x8) slot

 

 

 

 

 

One (1) 32-bit PCI 33MHz slot (5.0V on board revision 1.01

 

and below, 3.3V on board revision 1.02 and above)

 

 

 

 

Integrated Graphics

Matrox® G200eW

 

Network Connections

Two Intel 82574L Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet

 

Controllers for LAN 1 and LAN 2 ports.

 

Two (2) RJ-45 Rear IO Panel Connectors with Link and

 

Activity LEDs

 

 

Single Realtek RTL8201N PHY to support IPMI 2.0

 

(X8SIL-F Only)

 

I/O Devices

SATA Connections (X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V Only)

 

SATA Ports

 

Six (6)

 

 

 

 

 

RAID (Windows)

 

RAID 0, 1, 5, 10

 

 

 

 

 

RAID (Linux)

 

RAID 0, 1, 10

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA Connections (X8SIL Only)

 

SATA Ports

Four (4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Integrated IPMI 2.0 (X8SIL-F Only)

 

IPMI 2.0 supported by the WPCM450 Server BMC

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floppy Disk Drive

 

 

One (1) floppy drive interface (up to 1.44 MB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB Devices (X8SIL Only)

 

Two (2) USB ports on the rear IO panel

 

Two (2) USB header connectors for front access

 

 

 

 

One (1) Type A internal connector

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SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL-V, X8SIL-F user manual Motherboard Features

X8SIL-V, X8SIL-F, X8SIL specifications

SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL, X8SIL-F, and X8SIL-V are advanced server motherboards designed to meet the demanding needs of today's data centers and enterprise environments. These motherboards from Supermicro deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, including virtualization, cloud computing, and database management.

One of the main features of the X8SIL series is its compatibility with Intel's Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors. This allows users to harness the power of multi-core technology, ensuring optimal performance for both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. With support for up to 144GB of DDR3 ECC memory, the X8SIL motherboards provide ample memory bandwidth, enhancing the overall system performance and efficiency.

The X8SIL-F variant includes an integrated IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) feature, which enables remote management and monitoring of the system. This technology allows IT administrators to proactively manage server health, perform remote troubleshooting, and ensure minimal downtime. Additionally, the X8SIL-F supports Supermicro's Green Computing technology, which helps reduce power consumption and enhance energy efficiency, leading to lower operational costs.

In terms of storage, the X8SIL series offers multiple SATA and SAS interface options, facilitating a wide range of storage configurations. The motherboards feature six SATA II ports and optional SAS capabilities, allowing users to implement RAID setups for improved performance and data redundancy. This flexibility in storage solutions is crucial for environments that require high availability and reliability.

The X8SIL motherboard series is equipped with a range of I/O ports, including multiple USB ports, PCI Express slots, and Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. This extensive connectivity ensures that users can easily expand and customize their systems according to specific application needs. The onboard Gigabit Ethernet ports provide fast network access, which is essential for data-intensive workloads.

Furthermore, the X8SIL, X8SIL-F, and X8SIL-V boast an efficient thermal design. These motherboards feature robust heat sinks and fan headers, which help maintain optimal operating temperatures, even under heavy workloads. This thermal efficiency is critical in extending the lifespan of components and ensuring consistent performance.

In summary, SUPER MICRO Computer's X8SIL, X8SIL-F, and X8SIL-V motherboards stand out with their strong performance, advanced management features, flexible storage options, and efficient thermal design. These characteristics make them ideal choices for businesses looking to build reliable and scalable data center solutions.