X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V User's Manual

Onboard Power LED

An Onboard Power LED is located at LE4 on the motherboard. When LE4 is on, the AC power cable is connected. Make sure to disconnect the power cable before removing or installing any component. See the layout below for the LED location.

Onboard PWR LED Indicator

LED Settings (LE4)

LED Color

 

Definition

Off

 

System Off

 

On

 

System on, or

 

 

 

System off and PWR

 

 

Cable Connected

IPMI Heartbeat LED (X8SIL-F Only)

An IPMI Heartbeat LED is located at LE7. When LE7 blinks, the IPMI functions properly. Refer to the table on the right for details. Also see the layout below for the LED location.

Unsupported Memory LED

LE3 is located next to LE4. When LE3 blinks, it is an indication/warning that unsupported memory is installed in one (or more) of the memory slots.

IPMI Heartbeat LED Indicator (LE7)

LED Settings

Green: Blinking

IPMI is ready for use

 

 

Unsupporter Memory LED Indicator

(LE3) LED Settings

Yellow: Blinking Unsupported Memory

is Installed

KB/MOUSE

JPI2C:PWR I2C

JPI2C

 

COM1

 

FLOPPY

requiredUDIMM/RDIMM1066/1333DDR3

JPUSB1

DIMM1BDIMM2ADIMM2BDIMM1A

A. Onboard PWR LED

B. IPMI Heartbeat LED

(X8SIL-F Only)

C. Unsupported Memory

LED

VGA

JTPM

FAN5

LAN1

JLAN2 JLAN1

B

FAN1

 

 

FAN2

 

 

 

JLED1:Power LED

JD1:Buzzer/Speaker

SPKR1

JLED1

JD1

CPU

JPB JPL1 JPL2

JI2C1

JF1

JPES

 

JI2C2

 

 

J6

SLOT7 PCI-E X8 GEN2

J5

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE4

 

FAN3

SLOT6 PCI-E X8 GEN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE7

REV:1.00

 

 

 

 

 

LE3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SLOT5 PCI-E X4 on X8

X8SIL DESIGNEDUSAIN

 

I-SATA4

I-SATA0

I-SATA2

SGPIO2-TSGPIO1

JL1

J8

 

 

MAC CODE

LE2

JBT1

 

 

 

 

 

 

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JBT1:CMOS CLEAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BAR CODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I-SATA5

I-SATA1

I-SATA3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T-

 

COM2

JL1:CHASSIS INTRUSION

USB 10/11

 

FAN4

JPG1

USB4

USB2/3

DOM PWR

A

C

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SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL-V user manual Ipmi Heartbeat LED X8SIL-F Only, Unsupported Memory LED

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.