SUPER X7DCL-3 USER’S MANUALRevision 1.0 X7DCL-i
1-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i Motherboard LayoutNotes:1. Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. 2. See Chapter 2
C-10 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualC-2 Installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 OS for Systems with RAID FunctionsInstalling a N
Appendix D: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers D-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNotes: 1. Click the icons showing a hand writing
D-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)D-2 Confi guring Supero Doctor IIIThe Supero
Appendix D: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers D-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: SD III Software can
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Chapter 1: Introduction1-5Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear See Chapter 2JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI/PCI-Exp Slots Open
1-6 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualMotherboard Features CPU• Dual Intel® 64-bit Xeon LGA 771 Quad Core/Dual Core 5400/5300/5200/5100 Series proce
Chapter 1: Introduction1-7ACPI Features• Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator • Main switch override mechanism • ACPI Power Management
1-8 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualBlock Diagram of the Intel 5100 Chipset Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see the previous Mother
Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset and Processor Features OverviewBuilt upon the functionality and the capability of the Intel 5100 chipset, the
1-10 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual1-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system
Chapter 1: Introduction1-11System Resource AlertThis feature is available when used with Supero Doctor III in the Windows OS environment or used with
1-12 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual External Modem Ring-OnWake-up events can be triggered by a device such as the external modem ringing when t
Chapter 1: Introduction1-13K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M or 2.88 M disk drives and data transfer rates of 250 Kb/s, 500 Kb/s or 1 Mb/s. It also provides two high-s
The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccu
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Chapter 2: Installation2-1 Chapter 2 Installation2-1 Static-Sensitive DevicesElectro-Static-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com
2-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualInstalling the LGA771 ProcessorPress the load lever to release the load plate, which covers the CPU socket, fr
Chapter 2: Installation2-3Socket Key (Socket Notch)South Center EdgeNorth Center EdgeLoad LeverCPU in the CPU socketPlastic cap is released from the l
2-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualInstalling the HeatsinkCEK Passive HeatsinkScrew#1 Screw#2Screw#1Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsi
Chapter 2: Installation2-5Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fi t different types of chassis.
2-6 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual2-3 Installing DIMMsNote: Check the SuperMicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONExercise extreme
Chapter 2: Installation2-7To Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the alignment notch at the b
2-8 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualX7DCL-3/i2-4 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 sp
Chapter 2: Installation2-9X7DCL-3/iFront Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a contr
Preface About This ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It
2-10 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pi
Chapter 2: Installation2-11Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F
2-12 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroun
Chapter 2: Installation2-13Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F
2-14 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-15JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-16 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-17JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-18 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-19JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
ivPrefaceAbout This Manual ... iiiManual Organization ...
2-20 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-21JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-22 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-23JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-24 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-25JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-26 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-27JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-28 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
Chapter 2: Installation2-29JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
Table of ContentsvPower Button ... 2-132-5 Connecting Cables
2-30 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualSAS LED Indicator (LED1)A SAS LED is located at LED1 on the motherboard. This LED indicates the status of SAS
Chapter 2: Installation2-31JBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRLSI/OSATA4SATA
2-32 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualJBT1DIMM2ASP1JI2C1JI2C2JL1LED5LED6LED3JWD1JPG1JPL2JPA1Fan 4JD1LED4JWOL1JPWF1JAR8-Pin PWRI-ButtonLANCTRLVGACTRL
3-1Chapter 3: TroubleshootingChapter 3Troubleshooting3-1 Troubleshooting ProceduresUse the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you
3-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manualsupplies ~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.If the above steps do not fi x the Setup Confi guration
3-3Chapter 3: TroubleshootingSystem confi gurationAn example of a Technical Support form is on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/support/contac
3-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manualon the outside of the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Ship-ping and handling charges will
Chapter 4: BIOS4-1 Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the
4-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual4-2 Running SetupDefault settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted.The BIOS setup options de
Chapter 4: BIOS4-3Main BIOS Setup MenuMain Setup FeaturesSystem TimeTo set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate
viChapter 3: Troubleshooting3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures ... 3-1Before Pow
4-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualIDE Primary Master/Slave, SATA Port1, SATA Port2, SATA Port3 and SATA Port4These settings allow the
Chapter 4: BIOS4-5CHS FormatThe following items will be displayed by the BIOS:TYPE: This item displays the type of IDE or SATA Device.Cylinders: This
4-6 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualSerial ATAThis setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of the Serial ATA. The opt
Chapter 4: BIOS4-74-4 Advanced Setup Choose Advanced from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the followi
4-8 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPower Button BehaviorIf set to Instant-Off, the system will power off immediately as soon as the use
Chapter 4: BIOS4-9Cache Base 0-512KIf enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the base memory area: block 0-512K to be cached (written) in
4-10 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPCI Confi gurationAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings for PCI devices.Onbo
Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Advanced Chipset ControlAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings.Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advan
4-12 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualAdvanced Processor OptionsAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU SpeedT
Chapter 4: BIOS4-13and restart the system for the change to take effect. Please refer to Intel’s web site for detailed information.Intel EIST Support
Chapter 1: Introduction1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction1-1 OverviewChecklistCongratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an ac
4-14 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualFloppy Disk ControllerThis setting allows you to assign control of the fl oppy disk controller. The
Chapter 4: BIOS4-15Console RedirectionAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port AddressThis item allows you to specify w
4-16 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualHardware Monitor LogicCPU Temperature ThresholdThis option allows the user to set a CPU temperatur
Chapter 4: BIOS4-17IPMI (The option is available only when an IPMI card is installed in the system.)0IP0M0000I Specification Version: This item displ
4-18 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualOS Boot Watch DogSet to Enabled to enable OS Boot Watch Dog. The options are Enabled and Disabled.T
Chapter 4: BIOS4-19Realtime Sensor DataThis feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as temperatures, fan speeds and voltages of va
4-20 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual4-5 SecurityChoose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. Yo
Chapter 4: BIOS4-21Password on BootThis setting allows you to determine if a password is required for a user to enter the system at bootup. The opti
4-22 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manual4-7 ExitChoose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should
A-1Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST MessagesDuring the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for pro
1-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualContacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.Te
A-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualSystem CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration usedSystem CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly,
A-3Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesEISA CMOS not writeableServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS.DMA Test FailedServerBIOS2 test error: Canno
A-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manualnnnn kB Extended RAM PassedWhere nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.nnnn Cache SRAM P
A-5Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesPS/2 Mouse:PS/2 mouse identifi ed.Run the I2O Confi guration UtilityOne or more unclaimed block storage devices have th
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Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-1This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the Phoenix BIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories
B-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPOST Code Description18h 8254 timer initialization1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization1Ch Reset P
Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-3POST Code Description5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB60h Test extended memory62h Test extended memory a
B-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualPOST Code Description99h Check for SMART Drive (optional)9Ch Set up Power Management9Dh Initialize
Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-5POST Code DescriptionD2h Unknown interruptD4h Check Intel Branding stringD8h Alert Standard Format initia
Chapter 1: Introduction1-3 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i Image Note: The drawings and pictures shown in this manual were based on the latest PCB Revision available
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Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-1 Appendix C Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been insta
C-2 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualThe Intel HostRAID Confi gurationsThe following types of Intel's HostRAID confi gurations are su
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-3Using the Intel ICH9R SATA RAID Utility Program1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. Afte
C-4 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's Manualb. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-5Creating a RAID 1 Volume:a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <E
C-6 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualCreating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-7Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the
C-8 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i User's ManualDeleting RAID Volume: Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-9Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDDWarning: Be cautious when you reset a RAID volume HDD to n
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