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Chapter 1: Introduction1-1Chapter 1 Introduction1-1 OverviewChecklistCongratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged l

1-2C7Q67 User’s Manual C7Q67 Motherboard ImageNote: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3C7Q67 Motherboard LayoutImportant Notes to the UserSee Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports an

1-4C7Q67 User’s ManualC7Q67 JumpersJumper Description DefaultJBT1 CMOS Clear (See Chpt. 2)JHD AC1 High Denition Front Panel Audio/AC 97' FP Audi

Chapter 1: Introduction1-5C7Q67 Headers/ConnectorsConnector DescriptionAudio_FP Front Panel Audio HeaderHD Audio High-Denition Audio Connectors (on t

1-6C7Q67 User’s ManualMotherboard FeaturesCPU Single 2nd generation Intel Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 DT pro-cessor in an LGA1155 socket.Memory Four (4)

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7Front Panel Audio HeaderOne (1) SP/DIF Optical Out on the back panelSP/DIF In and SP/DIF Out HeadersSuper I/ONuvoton NCT6776

Manual Revision 1.0aRelease Date: March 17, 2011Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy an

1-8C7Q67 User’s ManualSystem Block DiagramNote: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See th

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset Overview The C7Q67 supports a single 2nd generation Intel® Core i7/i5/i3 DT processor in the LGA 1155 Socket

1-10C7Q67 User’s Manual1-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBasic I/O System (BIOS) provides a setting for you to determine how the system

Chapter 1: Introduction1-11Doctor is used to notify the user of certain system events. For example, you can also congure Supero Doctor to provid

1-12C7Q67 User’s Manual2. To provide adequate power to SATA devices, please connect the SATA DOM PWR connector (JWF1) to the power supply.It is strong

Chapter 2: Installation2-1Chapter 2 Installation2-1 Static-Sensitive DevicesElectrostatic-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avo

2-2 C7Q67 User's Manual2-2 Processor and Heatsink InstallationWarning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressu

Chapter 2: Installation2-3Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap.2. Use your thumb and your index nger to hold the

2-4 C7Q67 User's ManualWarning: You can only install the CPU inside the socket only in one direction. Make sure that it is properly inserted in

Chapter 2: Installation2-5Thermal GreaseHeatsink FinsRecommended Supermicro heatsink:SNK-P0046A4 active heatsinkInstalling an Active CPU Heatsink with

iiiPrefacePrefaceThis manu al is written f or syste m integr ators, PC technic ians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for

2-6 C7Q67 User's ManualAlign the four heatsink fasten-7. ers with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal faste

Chapter 2: Installation2-7Unplug the PWR cordPull UpFor the 1U passive heat sink, ask for SNK-P0046P (back plate is included), for the 2U active heat

2-8 C7Q67 User's ManualDIMM InstallationInsert the desired number of DIMMs 1. into the memory slots, starting with DIMM1A (Slot A, Channel 1, se

Chapter 2: Installation2-9Memory SupportThe C7Q67 supports up to 32GB of Unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3 Non-ECC 1333/1066 MHz in 4 memory slots. Po

2-10 C7Q67 User's ManualPossible System Memory Allocation & AvailabilitySystem Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (-Available)(4 GB Tota

Chapter 2: Installation2-112-4 Motherboard InstallationAll motherboards have standard mounting holes to t different types of chassis. Ma

2-12 C7Q67 User's ManualInstalling the MotherboardInstall the I/O shield into the back of the chassis. 1. Locate the mounting holes on the mothe

Chapter 2: Installation2-132-5 Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specication. See the gure below for t

2-14 C7Q67 User's ManualATX PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse PortsThe ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are located next to the Back Panel USB Ports 1

Chapter 2: Installation2-15A. Backpanel USB 2.0 #9B. Backpanel USB 2.0 #8C. Backpanel USB 3.0 #0D. Backpanel USB 3.0 #1E. Backpanel USB 2.0 #13F. Back

iv C7Q67 User’s ManualConventions Used in the Manual:Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to preve

2-16 C7Q67 User's ManualEthernet PortsTwo Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1/LAN2) are located next to the HD Au-dio Connector on the I/O Backpane

Chapter 2: Installation2-17Front Accessible Audio HeaderA 10-pin Audio header is also located on the motherboard. This header allows you to u

2-18 C7Q67 User's ManualFront Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control pa

Chapter 2: Installation2-19Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRLED_Anode+LED_Anode+LED_Anode+LED_Anode+GroundGrou

2-20 C7Q67 User's ManualNIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2)The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located on pins 11 a

Chapter 2: Installation2-21Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily con-tacting both pins will power on/

2-22 C7Q67 User's Manual2-6 Connecting CablesThis section provides brief descriptions and pin-out denitions for onboard headers and connectors

Chapter 2: Installation2-23Fan HeaderPinDenitionsPin# Denition 1 Ground (Black)2 2.5A/+12V (Red)3 Tachometer4 PWM_ControlFan Headers (Fan

2-24 C7Q67 User's ManualInternal Buzzer (SP1)The Internal Buzzer (SP1) can be used to provide audible indications for various beep codes. S

Chapter 2: Installation2-25DCABA. PWR LEDB. COM2C. COM3D. COM4E. COM1Onboard Power LED (JLED)An onboard Power LED header is lo-cated at JLED. Th

vContacting SupermicroContacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.Tel: +1 (408) 503-8

2-26 C7Q67 User's ManualDOM PWR Connector (JWF1)The Disk-On-Module (DOM) power connector, located at JWF1, provides 5V (Gen1/Gen) power to a

Chapter 2: Installation2-27ABA.WORB. SPDIF_InC. SPDIF_OutWake-On-Ring (JWOR)The Wake-On-Ring header is located at JWOR. This function allows your

2-28 C7Q67 User's Manual2-7 Jumper SettingsExplanation of JumpersTo modify the operation of the mother-board, jumpers can be used to

Chapter 2: Installation2-29CMOS Clear (JBT1)JBT1 is used to clear the saved system setup stored in the CMOS chip. To clear the contents of the CMOS,

2-30 C7Q67 User's ManualABA. ME RecoveryB. HD Audio/AC'97 Audio SelectME Recovery Enable (JPME1)Close JPME1 to enable ME (Manufactur

Chapter 2: Installation2-31AA. Audio EnableAudio Enable/Disable Jumper SettingsBoth Jumpers Denition Pins 1-2 EnabledPins 2-3 DisabledAudio E

2-32 C7Q67 User's ManualLAN 1/LAN 2 LEDsTwo LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O backplane of the motherboard. Each Etherne

Chapter 2: Installation2-33A2-9 SATA ConnectionsSATA Connections (I-SATA0~I-SATA5)Two Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 connectors (I-SATA 0/1) are located on th

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3-1Chapter 3: TroubleshootingChapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 Troubleshooting ProceduresUse the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If

vi C7Q67 User’s ManualTable of ContentsPrefaceAbout This Motherboard ...

3-2 C7Q67 User's ManualNo VideoIf the power is on, but you have no video--in this case, you will need to re-1. move all the add-on cards and cabl

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshootingdoes not sell directly to end users, so it is best to rst check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting se

3-4 C7Q67 User's Manualour website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/bios/. Please check our BIOS warning message and the informati

3-5Chapter 3: TroubleshootingQuestion: Why do I get an error message “IASTOR.SYS read error” and "press F6 to install Intel RAID driver" whe

3-6 C7Q67 User's ManualBattery Holder12Battery InstallationTo install an onboard battery, follow the steps 1& 2 above and continue 1. below:I

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the C7Q67. The ROM BIOS is stored in a

4-2C7Q67 User's ManualHow to Start the Setup UtilityNormally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the me

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-3System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed:System Time/System Date Use this option to change the sy

4-4C7Q67 User's Manual4-3 AdvancedSetupCongurationsUse the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu ite

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-5as bootable disks. If this item is set to Disabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adap-tors will not capture Interrupt 19, and the dr

viiTable of ContentsLocation of Mounting Holes ...2-11Installing the Motherboa

4-6C7Q67 User's ManualNote: If there is any change to this setting, you will need to power off and restart the system for the change to ta

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-7CPU C6 ReportSelect Enabled for the CPU to report C6 (ACPI C3) state to the operating system. The options are Disabled and Enabl

4-8C7Q67 User's Manualing this value, the processor can provide better performance for a short duration operation. ChipsetConguratio

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-9IGD MemoryThis feature selects the amount of memory for the Integrated Graphics Device (IGD). The options are Disabled,

4-10C7Q67 User's Manualchange will be claimed by the EHCI driver. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.Azalia HD AudioSelect Enabled

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-11AHCI ModeThe following items are displayed when AHCI Mode is selected:Aggressive Link Power ManagementThis feature Enables or D

4-12C7Q67 User's ManualPCIe/PCI/PnPCongurationThis feature allows the user to set the PCI/PnP congurations for the following ite

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-13The options for Serial Port 2 are Auto, (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3), (IO=3F8h; IRQ=4, 10, 11), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 10, 11), (IO=3E8h; I

4-14C7Q67 User's Manualas congured in the BIOS. The fans may adjust to a faster speed depending on the Fan Speed Control settings.User intervent

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-15PS2 KB/MS Wake upThis feature is used to awaken the system from Standby mode by a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard. This must be en

viii C7Q67 User’s ManualLAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs ... 2-32Onboard Power LED ...

4-16C7Q67 User's ManualIntel®TXT(LT)CongurationSecure Mode Extensions (SMX)This feature can be congured if it is supported by the processor

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-174-3 Security SettingsIf the Administrator password is dened ONLY - this controls access to the • BIOS setup ONLY.I

4-18C7Q67 User's ManualAptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.Main Advanced Security Boot Exit : Select Screen :

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-19Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.Main Advanced Security Boot Exit : Select Screen : Sele

4-20C7Q67 User's ManualRestore DefaultsTo set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are facto

Appendix A: POST Error Beep CodesA-1Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time th

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Appendix B: Software Installation InstructionsB-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNote 1. Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to

B-2 C7Q67 User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)B-2 ConguringSuperoDoctorIIIThe Supero Doctor II

Appendix B: Software Installation InstructionsB-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 ca

ixTable of ContentsQuiet Boot ... 4-4AddOn ROM Display

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Appendix C: UEFI BIOS RecoveryC-1Appendix C UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related i

C-2 C7Q67 Motherboard User's ManualNote: At this point, you may decide if you want to start with BIOS Recov-ery. If you decide to proceed with B

Appendix C: UEFI BIOS RecoveryC-3When the screen as shown above displays, using the arrow key, select the 5. item- "Proceed with ash update"

C-4 C7Q67 Motherboard User's ManualWhen a DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.### at the prompt. 8. Note: Do not interrupt this process u

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