Chapter 1: Introduction

BLOCK DIAGRAM RoHS 6/6

P5-8

P19 PCIe x8 SLOT

P19 PCIe x8 SLOT VID[0-7]

P28-29

VRM 11.1

MISC VRs

P26-27

P18PCIe x8 SLOT

P181 PCI 32 SLOT

P124/6 SATA PORTS

P21 5/7 USB PORTS

P4 CK505

Rev1.0

PCIe2.0_x8

5.0Gb

PCIe2.0_x8

5.0Gb

PCIe_x4 2.5Gbps PCI 32

SATA-II 300MB/s

USB2.0

480Mbps

CLOCK

Xeon 3400 Series (Lynnfield)

Clarkdale

x4 DMI 2.5Gb

P11-14

IBexPeak

Intel 3400/3420

PCH

DDR3 (CHA)

P9

 

 

DIMM1(Far)

 

1333/1066MHz

 

DIMM2

4 UDIMM

 

 

 

 

DDR3 (CHB)

P10

4 RDIMM

 

DIMM1(Far)

(4 Quad rank

1333/1066MHz

 

DIMM2

RDIMM run on

 

 

 

 

800MHz)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCIe_x1

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN1

 

 

RJ45

P16

2.5Gbps

82574L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCIe_x1

 

 

 

 

 

 

GLAN2

 

 

RJ45

P17

2.5Gbps

82574L

 

 

 

LPC

 

 

P15(option)

 

TPM1.2

 

 

PCI32

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P30-32

 

 

 

 

 

 

HERMON WPCM450

 

 

LPC

WINBOND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P15 FLASH SPI 16Mb

SPI

P23 COM1,2

P21 P/S2

HEALTH

INFO

LPC

P20

W83627DHG

LPC I/O

RMII

P33P34

RTL8201N VGA

PHY PORT

P33RJ45

X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V System Block Diagram

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See the Motherboard Features pages for the actual specifications of each motherboard.

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SUPER MICRO Computer user manual Block Diagram RoHS 6/6, X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V System Block Diagram

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.