Chapter 1: Introduction

I/O Devices

USB Devices (X8SIL-F)

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Two (2) USB ports on the rear IO panel

 

 

 

Four (4) USB header connectors for front access

 

One (1) Type A internal connector

 

 

 

Keyboard/Mouse

 

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse ports on the I/O backplane

 

 

 

Serial (COM) Ports

 

Two (2) Fast UART 16550 Connections: one 9-pin RS-232

 

port and one header

 

Super I/O

 

Winbond Super I/O 83627DHG-P

BIOS

32 Mb SPI AMI BIOS® SM Flash BIOS

 

DMI 2.3, PCI 2.3, ACPI 1.0/2.0/3.0, USB Keyboard and

 

SMBIOS 2.5

Power Configuration

ACPI/ACPM Power Management

 

Main switch override mechanism

 

 

 

Keyboard Wake-up from Soft-Off

 

Internal/External moder ring-on

 

 

 

Power-on mode for AC power recovery

 

 

PC Health Monitoring

CPU Monitoring

 

Onboard voltage monitors for CPU core, +3.3V, +5V,

 

+/-12V, +3.3V Stdby, +5V Stdby, VBAT, HT, Memory,

 

Chipset

 

CPU 3-Phase switching voltage regulator

 

 

 

CPU/System overheat LED and control

 

CPU Thermal Trip support

 

 

 

Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) support

 

Fan Control

 

Fan status monitoring with firmware 4-pin (Pulse Width

 

Modulation) fan speed control

 

Low noise fan speed control

System Management

PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) 2.0

 

support

 

System resource alert via Supero Doctor III

 

 

 

SuperoDoctor III, Watch Dog, NMI

 

 

 

Chassis Intrusion Header and Detection

 

 

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SUPER MICRO Computer Devices USB Devices X8SIL-F, Keyboard/Mouse, Serial COM Ports, Super I/O, Power Configuration

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.