Chapter 1: Introduction

Motherboard Layout

KB/MOUSE

JPUSB1:B/P USB WAKE UP

JPI2C:PWR I2C

JPI2C

1-2:ENABLE

2-3:DISABLE

 

 

 

 

 

JPW1

 

FLOPPY

 

1

 

 

 

JPUSB1

 

 

COM1

JAR 1

JAR:PSU ALARM RST

DIMM1B DIMM1A DIMM2B DIMM2A DDR3 1066/1333 UDIMM/RDIMM required

VGA

 

1

FAN5

LAN1

JLAN2 JLAN1

JPB 1

JPL11

JPL21

JPB:BMC 1-2:ENABLE 2-3:DISABLE

 

 

LE7

 

U61

JPL2:LAN2 JPL1:LAN1

1-2:ENABLE 1-2:ENABLE

2-3:DISABLE 2-3:DISABLE

JI2C1 1

JI2C2 1

J6

SLOT7 PCI-E X8 GEN2

JI2C1/JI2C2

ON:Enable

OFF:Disable

J5

SLOT6 PCI-E X8 GEN2

J8

REV:1.00

USA

SLOT5 PCI-E X4 on X8

 

IN

X8SIL DESIGNED

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ

PCI1

JPG1: VGA 1-2:Enable

J16

2-3:Disable

JL1:CHASSIS INTRUSION

USB 10/11

COM2

 

 

JL1

 

 

JPG1

J14

CPU

MAC CODE

BAR CODE

J24

USB4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U26

JLED1:Power LED

JD1:Buzzer/Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPKR1

JLED1

JD1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PWR LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HDD LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NIC1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NIC2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JF1

 

OH/FF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RST X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JF1 PWR ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE4

FAN3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE3

 

 

U2

 

LE2

 

 

 

 

SGPIO2-T

 

JPT1:TPM 2-3:Disable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2:Enable1-

 

 

 

JBT1

 

 

 

SGPIO1-T

 

JPT1

 

J13

 

 

 

 

 

 

JBT1:CMOS CLEAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I-SATA5

I-SATA1

I-SATA3

 

 

 

 

 

I-SATA4

I-SATA0

I-SATA2

 

 

USB2/3

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

FAN4

 

Important Notes to the User

See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 front panel connections.

" " indicates the location of "Pin 1".

Jumpers not indicated are for testing only.

When LE2 (Onboard Power LED Indicator) is on, system power is on. Unplug the power cable before installing or removing any components.

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SUPER MICRO Computer X8SIL user manual Important Notes to the User

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.