X8SIL/X8SIL-F User's Manual

T-SGPIO 0/1 Headers

Two T-SGPIO (Serial-Link General Pur-

Serial_Link-SGPIO

Pin Definitions

pose Input/Output) headers are located near the SATA connectors on the moth- erboard. These headers are used to communicate with the enclosure manage- ment chip in the system. See the table on

Pin#

1

3

5

7

Definition

NC

Ground

Load

Clock

Pin Definition

2 NC

4 DATA Out

6Ground

8NC

the right for pin definitions. Refer to the board layout below for the locations of the headers.

NC: No Connections

Alarm Reset

If three power supplies are installed and Alarm Reset (JAR) is connected, the sys- tem will notify you when any of the three power modules fail. Connect JAR to a micro-switch to turn off the alarm that is activated when a power module fails. See the table on the right for pin definitions.

KB/MOUSE

 

JPI2C:PWR I2C

JPI2C

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLOPPY

 

JPUSB1

 

 

COM1

JAR

JAR:PSU ALARM RST

 

Alarm Reset

Pin Definitions

 

 

Pin Setting

Definition

 

 

Pin 1

 

Ground

 

 

 

Pin 2

 

+5V

 

 

 

 

A. T-SGPIO 0

DIMM1BDIMM2BDIMM1A DIMM2A UDIMM/RDIMM1066/1333DDR3 required

B. T-SGPIO 1

C. Alarm Reset

 

VGA

C

 

 

FAN5

 

JLAN1

 

LAN1

 

JLAN2

JPB JPL1 JPL2

JI2C1

JI2C2

J6

SLOT7 PCI-E X8 GEN2

FAN1

 

 

FAN2

 

 

 

JLED1:Power LED

JD1:Buzzer/Speaker

SPKR1

JLED1

JD1

CPU

 

 

JF1

 

 

 

 

JF1

J5

SLOT6 PCI-E X8 GEN2

LE7

J8

REV:1.00

USA

 

SLOT5 PCI-E X4 on X8

 

IN

 

X8SIL DESIGNED

 

SLOT4 PCI 33MHZ

COM2

JL1:CHASSIS INTRUSION

USB 10/11

JL1JPG1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE4

FAN3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LE3

 

MAC CODE

LE2

JBT1

 

 

 

T-SGPIO2

 

BAR CODE

JBT1:CMOS CLEAR

 

 

 

 

SGPIO1-T

JPT1

I-SATA5

I-SATA1

I-SATA3

 

 

 

I-SATA4

I-SATA0

I-SATA2

 

USB4

USB2/3

 

 

 

 

 

FAN4

B

A

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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.