Supermicro X6DAL-TB2 (Standard Retail Pack) User Manual

®X6DAL-B2X6DAL-TB2USER’S MANUALRevision 1.1 SUPER

1-4Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualFigure 1-2. SUPER X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 Motherboard Layout(not drawn to scale)Notes:1

C-14 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualRebuilding Arrays*Note 1: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant array (RAID 1) only.If an array Build proces

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-15Using the Disk UtilitiesThe Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATAhard disks.

C-16 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual3 Select the desired disk and press Enter (as shown in the screen below.)2. From the ARC menu, select Disk

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-17You can choose from the following options:1. Format Disk—Simulates a low-level format of the hard drive by writi

C-18 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualC-2 Installing Intel's Hance Rapids Driver byAdaptec and the Windows OSa. Insert Supermicro's bo

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-19Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen*Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to view theread

C-20 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualSupero Doctor IIIThe Supero Doctor III program is a Web-base management tool that supportsremote management

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-21Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)*Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloa

C-22 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualNotes

Appendix D: Software Installation: Adaptec's SATA HostRAID UtilityD-1 Appendix DSoftware Installation: Adaptec's SATAHostRAID Utility for 4-

Chapter 1: Introduction1-5IntroductionJumper Description Default SettingCN1 Alarm Reset Open (Disabled)J13 SMB Data to PCI Enable Closed (Enabled)J15

D-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualOperating Systems supported by the SATA RAID Host ControllerMicrosoft*Windows® 2000, Windows Server® 2003,

Appendix D: Software Installation: Adaptec's SATA HostRAID UtilityD-3Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows SystemPlease follow the steps l

D-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualInstalling the driver in a new Linux systemTo Install the Red Hat AS 2.1 or RHES 3.0 Driver in a New Linux

Appendix D: Software Installation: Adaptec's SATA HostRAID UtilityD-5D-3 Adaptec RAID Configuration UtilityThe Array Configuration Utility (ACU)

D-6 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualRaid Level Create Via When Appropriate RAID 0 No Init Creating a RAID 0 on new drives RAID 0 Migrate

Appendix D: Software Installation: Adaptec's SATA HostRAID UtilityD-7(*Notes:)* Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained

D-8 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualUsing the Disk UtilitiesThe Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATAhard

1-6Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualMotherboard FeaturesCPU• Single or dual Intel® 604-pin Xeon E-64MT (NoconaTM) proces

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7IntroductionACPI Features• Microsoft OnNow• Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator• Main switch override mechanismOnb

1-8Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualFigure 1-9. Block Diagram of the E7525 Tumwater ChipsetNote: This is a general blo

Chapter 1: Introduction1-9Introduction1-2 Chipset OverviewBuilt upon the functionality and the capability of the E7525 Tumwaterchipset, the X6DAL-B2/

1-10Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual1-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for you to d

Chapter 1: Introduction1-11IntroductionTM2/CPU VRM OverheatWhen the CPU reaches 700 C and above (Overheating), the CPU will slowdown and CPU Voltage w

1-12Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State IndicatorWhen the CPU goes into a suspend state

Chapter 1: Introduction1-13Introductionconsumption. Failure to provide this extra power will result in in-stability of the CPU after only a few minute

The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to beaccurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccur

1-14Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualNotes

Chapter 2: Installation2-1 Chapter 2Installation2-1 Static-Sensitive DevicesElectric-Static-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To

2-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualIMPORTANT: Always connect the power cord last and always remove itbefore adding, removing or cha

Chapter 2: Installation2-32. Insert the CPU in the socket,making sure that pin 1 of the CPUaligns with pin 1 of the socket(both corners are marked wit

2-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualFigure 2-1. PGA604 Socket: Empty and with Processor InstalledLeverProcessor(installed)TriangleTri

Chapter 2: Installation2-52-3 Installing DIMMsNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONExercise extreme care when ins

2-6 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualTo Remove:Use yourthumbs togently push nearthe edge of bothends of themodule. Thisshould release

Chapter 2: Installation2-7Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are nor-mally located on a control panel

2-8 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualATX Power Supply 24-pin ConnectorPin Definitions (PW1) Pin Number Definition 13 +3.3V 1

Chapter 2: Installation2-9Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LEDResetPwrVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroun

iiiPreface PrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians andknowledgeable PC us

2-10 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LEDResetPwrVccVccVc

Chapter 2: Installation2-11Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LEDResetPwrVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGro

2-12 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LEDResetPwrVccVccVc

Chapter 2: Installation2-13Chassis IntrusionA Chassis Intrusion header is lo-cated at JL1. Attach the appropri-ate cable to inform you of a chas-sis

2-14 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualATX PS/2 Keyboard andPS/2 Mouse PortsThe ATX PS/2 keyboard and thePS/2 mouse are located at J2.

Chapter 2: Installation2-15Serial PortsThe COM1 (J4) and COM2 (J5) se-rial ports are located under theparallel port (see Figure 2-3). Seethe table on

2-16 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualGLAN (Giga-bit Ethernet)PortsTwo G-bit Ethernet ports are lo-cated beside the COM2 port on theIO

Chapter 2: Installation2-17Power FaultConnect a cable from your powersupply to the Power Fault header(J7) to provide warnings of powersupply failure.

2-18 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualSMB Power (I2 C)ConnectorI2 C Connector (J27), located be-tween the Alarm Reset Headerand the PW

Chapter 2: Installation2-192-6 Jumper SettingsExplanation ofJumpersTo modify the operation of themotherboard, jumpers can beused to choose betweenopti

ivPrefaceAbout This Manual ... iiiManual Organizat

2-20 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualAlarm ResetThe system will notify you in theevent of a power supply failure.This feature assumes

Chapter 2: Installation2-21JumperPositionPins 1-2Pins 2-3OpenDefinitionWD to ResetWD to NMIDisabledWatch DogJumper Settings (JWD)CMOS ClearJBT1 is use

2-22 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualKB/MouseDIMM 3ADIMM 3BDIMM 2ADIMM 2BDIMM 1ADIMM 1BTumwater(North Bridge)MarvellIDE #1IDE #2USB0/

Chapter 2: Installation2-232-7 Onboard IndicatorsGLAN LEDsThe Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports (lo-cated beside the COM Port2) havetwo LEDs. The yellow LED

2-24 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualOnboard LED Indicators(DS1-DS8)In addition to the LAN LED andSATA Header, there are other LEDind

Chapter 2: Installation2-252-8 Parallel Port, Floppy/Hard Disk Drive and SCSIConnectionsNote the following when connecting the floppy and hard disk dr

2-26 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualFloppy ConnectorThe floppy connector is located atJ24. See the table below for pindefinitions.

Chapter 2: Installation2-27IDE ConnectorsThe IDE Connectors are lo-cated at J44 (IDE1) and J38(IDE 2), You do not need toconfigure jumpers for theseco

2-28 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual(*Note: Please refer to Appendix C and Appendix D for softwareinstallation instructions.)

3-1Chapter 3: TroubleshootingChapter 3Troubleshooting3-1 Troubleshooting ProceduresUse the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you h

Table of ContentsvReset Button... 2-12Power Button ...

3-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualLosing the System’s Setup Configuration1. Make sure that you are using a high quality power supply. A poor q

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting1. Please go through the ‘Troubleshooting Procedures’ and 'FrequentlyAsked Question' (FAQ) sections in this cha

3-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualQuestion: How do I recover my BIOS?Answer:1. Download the correct BIOS Image file from our website into a flo

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-1 Chapter 4AMIBIOS4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMIBIOS for the X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2. The AMIROM BIOS is stored in

4-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s Manual4-2 Main SetupWhen you first enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Mainsetup screen. You can alwa

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-3System MemoryThis option allows the AMI BIOS to display the status of memory installed inthe system.SizeThis option allows the A

4-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualXXXXXCPU Configuration Sub MenuConfigure Advanced CPU SettingsThis option allows the user to configure Advanced

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-5Hyper-ThreadingThis setting allows you to Enable or Disable the function of hyper-threading. Enabling hyper-threading results i

4-6 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualWhen you select this Sub Menu, the AMI BIOS automatically displays thestatus of the following items:IDE Configur

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-7P-ATA OnlyS-ATA Running Enhanced ModeSelect Yes if you want the function of Serial ATA Enhanced Modeto be enabled at all times.

vi3-2 Technical Support Procedures ... 3-23-3 Frequently Asked Questions...

4-8 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualBlock (Multi-Sector Transfer)Block mode boosts IDE drive performance by increasing the amount ofdata transferred

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-9the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 25 MBs.Select UDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 2.

4-10 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s Manual XPCI/PnP ConfigurationThis feature allows the user to set PCI/PnP configurations for the followingitems:Plug &

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-11Palette SnoopingSelect Enabled to inform the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device isinstalled in the system in order for the

4-12 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualXXXXXSuper IO Configuration Sub MenuSerial Port1 AddressThis option specifies the base I/O port address and Int

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-13Parallel Port ModeThis feature specifies the parallel port mode. The options areNormal, Bi-directional, EPP and ECP.ECP Mode

4-14 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualICH DCB EnableSelect Enabled to enable ICH DMA Collection Buffer. The options are En-abled and Disabled.XXXXXAC

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-15XPower ConfigurationThis feature allows the user to configure PnP settings.Power Button Instant OffIf set to Enabled, the syste

4-16 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualXPCI Express ConfigurationThis section allows the user to configure PCI Express slots.Active State Power Manage

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-17XRemote Access ConfigurationYou can use this screen to select options for the Remote Access Configu-ration. Use the up and down

Chapter 1: Introduction1-1Introduction Chapter 1Introduction1-1 OverviewChecklistCongratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an ac

4-18 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualXUSB ConfigurationUSB FunctionSelect Enabled to enable 4 USB Ports. The options are Disabled andEnabled.Legacy

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-19XSystem Health MonitorThis feature allows the AMI BIOS to automatically display the status of thefollowing items:CPU Overheat T

4-20 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualThis item allows the user to configure the boot settings for the system.Quick BootSelect Enabled to allow the A

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-21Wait for ‘F1’ If ErrorSelect Enable to activate the function of Wait for F1 if Error. The optionsare Enabled and Disabled.Hit

4-22 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualChange Supervisor PasswordSelect this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu, and then,type in t

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-23Boot Sector Virus ProtectionThis option is near the bottom of the Security Setup screen. Select "Dis-abled" to deact

4-24 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualLoad Optimal DefaultsTo set this feature, select Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu andpress <Enter>

Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes and DS7/DS8 LED POSTCodesDuring the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performedeach time the system is po

A-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualA-2 DS7/DS8 LED Post CodesLED Indicators Description/MessageDS7 DS8On On PWR OnOn Off SPD Read OKOff On Memory

B-1Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Checkpoint CodesWhen AMIBIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it wr

1-2Introduction X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualContacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: SuperMicro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San

B-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualB-2 Bootblock Recovery CodesThe bootblock recovery checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution:Checkpoint C

B-3Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codesinitialization before the keyboard BAT command is issued.0Ch The keyboard controller input buffer is free. Ne

B-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualCheckpoint Code Description25h Interrupt vector initialization is done. Clearing the password if thePOST DIAG swi

B-5Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint CodesCheckpoint Code Description 48h Patterns written in base memory. Determining the amount of memorybelow 1

B-6 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualCheckpoint Code Description60h The DMA page register test passed. Performing the DMA Controller1 base register te

B-7Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint CodesCheckpoint Code Description 95h Initializing the bus option ROMs from C800 next. See the last page ofthi

B-8 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User’s ManualNotes

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-1 Appendix C Software InstallationAfter all the hardware has been installed, you must

C-2 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual*Combined Mode: SATA devices and PATA: with the support of 2 deviceseach (total: 4 devices maximum). (For I

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-3Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility (ARC)The Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility is an embedded BIOS Utili

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3IntroductionFigure 1-1. X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 Image(*The difference between the X6DAL-B2 and the X6DAL-TB2 is that the X6DA

C-4 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualManaging ArraysSelect this option to view array properties, and delete arrays. The followingsections describ

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-5Viewing Array PropertiesTo view the properties of an existing array:1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A.2. From th

C-6 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualCreating ArraysBefore creating arrays, make sure the disks for the array are connectedand installed in your

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-75 Press Enter when both disks for the new array are selected. TheArray Properties menu displays (as the screen

C-8 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual2. Under the item "Arrays Label", type in an label and press Enter.(*Note: The label shall not

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-9Notes:1. Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained onthe new drive. Otherwise, all data wi

C-10 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's ManualAdding a Bootable ArrayTo make an array bootable:1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays.2. From the Li

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-11Initializing Disk DrivesIf an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating anew array,

C-12 X6DAL-B2/X6DAL-TB2 User's Manual4. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the disk you wish toinitialize and press Insert (as shown

Appendix C: Software InstallationC-135. Repeat Step 4 so that both drives to be initialized are selected (as shownin the screen below).6. Press Ente