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1-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualFigure 1-2. X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X Motherboard Layout1. Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. 2. See C

C-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manualb. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go t

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 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X 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 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X 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 HDD a. From the main menu, select item3-Reset Disks to Non-

C-10 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualC-2 Installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 for systems with RAID FunctionsInstalling a New Operati

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-1 Appendix D Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter al

D-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualTo confi gure the Adaptec SATA RAID for Operating Systems that support RAID functions(--Windows, Red Hat & Su

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-3The Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA with HostRAID Controller DriverThe Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID C

Chapter 1: Introduction1-5 Quick Reference ( X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X)Jumper Description Default Setting J27, J28 I2C Bus to PCI-X/PCI-E Slots Open (D

D-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualManaging ArraysSelect this option to view array properties, and confi gure array settings. To select this option,

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-5Confi guring Disk DrivesYou may need to confi gure a disk drive before you can use it.Caution: Confi gur

D-6 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual2. From the "Select Drives for Confi guring" List (shown below,) select the drives you want to confi gur

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-75. Read the warning message as shown in the screen below.6. Make sure that you have selected the cor

D-8 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualCreating ArraysBefore you create arrays, make sure that the disks for the array are connected and installed in y

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-9Assigning Array PropertiesOnce a new array is completed, you can assign properties to the array. *Cau

D-10 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualNotes:1. Before adding a new drive to an array, be sure to back up any data stored on the new drive; otherwise,

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-11Adding a Bootable ArrayTo make an array bootable:1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays. 2. Fro

D-12 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualAdding/Deleting HotsparesTo add a Hotspare:(*Note: In order to rebuild a RAID (RAID 0 or RAID 1), you would ne

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-13Viewing Array PropertiesTo view the properties of an existing array:1. From the main menu, select Ma

1-6 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualMotherboard Features CPU• Dual Intel® 64-bit Xeon LGA 771 dual core processors at a front side bus speed of

D-14 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualRebuilding Arrays*Note 1: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant array (RAID 1) only.If an array Build process is

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-15Deleting Arrays*Warning: Back up the data on an array before you delete it to prevent data loss Dele

D-16 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualUsing the Disk UtilitiesThe Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard dis

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-17To format a disk:*Note: The operation of Formatting Disk allows you to perform a low-level formattin

D-18 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualTo verify disk media:3 When the screen shown above displays, select Verify Disk Media and press <Enter>.

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-19To Exit Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility1. Once you have completed RAID array confi gurations, pres

D-20 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualD-2 Installing Intel's ESB2 Driver by Adaptec and Installing the OS a. Insert Supermicro's bootable C

Appendix E: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers E-1Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen*Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on

E-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)B. Confi guring Supero Doctor IIIThe Supero Doct

Appendix E: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers E-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)*Note: SD III Software Re

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7ACPI Features • Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator • Main switch override mechanism • ACPI/ACPM Power Man

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1-8 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualFigure 1-9. Block Diagram of the 5000P Chipset Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see the previo

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset OverviewBuilt upon the functionality and the capability of the 5000P chipset, the X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X motherboard pr

1-10 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual1-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system wi

Chapter 1: Introduction1-11CPU Fan Auto-Off in Sleep ModeThe CPU fan activates when the power is turned on. It continues to operate when the system e

1-12 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual Main Switch Override MechanismWhen an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system su

Chapter 1: Introduction1-13NOTE: The + 12V 8-pin Aux. Power Connector is also required to support Intel 64-bit CPUs. Failure to provide this extra po

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 DevicesElectric-Static-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com

2-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualInstallation of the LGA771 Processor 1. Press the socket clip to release the load plate, which covers the CPU

Chapter 2: Installation2-3Socket Key (Socket Notch)South Center EdgeNorth Center Edge Socket clipCPU in the CPU socketPlastic cap is released from the

2-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualInstallation of the HeatsinkCEK Passive HeatsinkScrew#1 Screw#2Screw#11. Do not apply any thermal grease to th

Chapter 2: Installation2-5Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fi t different types of chas-sis.

2-6 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual2-3 Installing DIMMsNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONExercise extreme

Chapter 2: Installation2-7IITo Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the alignment notch at th

2-8 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual2-4 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specifi cation

Chapter 2: Installation2-9B. Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control pan

Preface About This ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It

2-10 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 S C S I Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-11Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F

2-12 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X 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 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin P WRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 S CS I Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-15GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin P WRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCS I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-16 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-17GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin P WRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE 1FloppyBIOS320 S CS I Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-18 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualWake-On-RingThe Wake-On-Ring header is des-ignated JWOR1.This feature allows your computer to be awakened by a

Chapter 2: Installation2-19GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

ivPrefaceAbout This Manual ... iiiManual Organizat

2-20 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 S C SI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-21GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-22 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-23GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-24 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual2-6 Jumper SettingsExplanation of JumpersTo modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used

Chapter 2: Installation2-25GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-26 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-27GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X

2-28 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

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Table of ContentsvReset Button ... 2-13Power Button ...

2-30 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-31GLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin P WRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBPCI-X10

2-32 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualGLAN1®SUPER X7DB8/E-XGLAN28-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SC S I C hannel AFan4SATA1SATA0US

Chapter 2: Installation2-33ABA. SCSI Channel AB. SCSI Channel BUltra 320 SCSI Connectors (*X7DB8-X only) There are two SCSI connectors on the moth

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

3-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualNOTEIf you are a system integrator, VAR or OEM, a POST diagnostics card is recommended. For I/O port 80h codes,

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting An example of a Technical Support form is on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/support/contact.cfm/.4. Distrib

3-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual3-4 Returning Merchandise for ServiceA receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is requi

Chapter 4: BIOS4-1 Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup util

viSIMLP IPMI Slot ... 2-32Ultra 320 SCSI Connectors ...

4-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual4-2 Running Setup*Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted.The BIOS setup options des

Chapter 4: BIOS4-3Main BIOS Setup MenuMain Setup FeaturesSystem TimeTo set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate

4-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave, SATA Port2 and SATA Port3These settings allo

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 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualParallel ATAThis setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Parallel ATA. The opt

Chapter 4: BIOS4-7System MemoryThis display informs you how much system memory is recognized as being present in the system.Extended MemoryThis displa

4-8 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualBoot FeaturesAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings.QuickBoot ModeIf enabled,

Chapter 4: BIOS4-9Memory CacheCache System BIOS AreaThis setting allows you to designate a reserve area in the system memory to be used as a System B

4-10 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual Select Uncached to disable this function. Select Write Through to allow data to be cached into the

Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Slot1 PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR, Slot2 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot3 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot4 PCI-X 100 MHz, Slot5 PCI-X 100 MHz, and Slot6 PCI-X 133M

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

4-12 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualMemory Branch ModeThis option determines how the two memory branches operate. System address space c

Chapter 4: BIOS4-13Advanced Processor OptionsAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU SpeedThis is a display that indicates

4-14 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch (*Available when supported by the CPU.)The CPU fetches the cache line f

Chapter 4: BIOS4-15I/O Device Confi gurationAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. KBC Clock InputThis setting allows you to se

4-16 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualDMI Event LoggingAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log ValidityTh

Chapter 4: BIOS4-17Console Redirection Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port AddressThis item allows you to specify

4-18 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualHardware Monitoring*Note: The Phoenix BIOS will automatically detect the type of CPU(s) and hardwar

Chapter 4: BIOS4-19Hardware Monitoring (*See the Note on Page 4-18.)CPU Temperature ThresholdThis option allows the user to set a CPU temperature thr

4-20 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualHardware Monitoring (*See the Note on Page 4-18.)CPU Temperature ThresholdThis option allows the us

Chapter 4: BIOS4-21IPMI (The option is available only when an IPMI card is installed in the system.)IPMI Specifi cation Version: This item displays th

1-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualContacting Super MicroHeadquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave.

4-22 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualOS Boot Watch DogSet to Enabled to enable OS Boot Watch Dog. The options are Enabled and Disabled.Ti

Chapter 4: BIOS4-23Realtime Sensor DataThis feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as temperatures, fan speeds and voltages of va

4-24 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual4-5 SecurityChoose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You

Chapter 4: BIOS4-25Password on BootThis setting allows you to decide if a password tis required for the user to enter the system at boot-up. The opti

4-26 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's Manual4-7 ExitChoose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should s

A-1Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST MessagesDuring the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If

A-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualSystem CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration usedSystem CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly,

A-3Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesSystem cache error - Cache disabledRAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jum

A-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualInvalid System Confi guration DataProblem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.I/O device IRQ confl ictI/O device IRQ confl ic

A-5Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesPress <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous Displayed after any recoverable error messag

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3Figure 1-1. X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X Image (*Note: The drawings and pictures shown in this manual were based on the latest PCB Re

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Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-1This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the PhoenixBIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories:

B-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X User's ManualPOST Code Description18h 8254 timer initialization1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization1Ch Reset Pr

Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-3POST Code Description5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB60h Test extended memory62h Test extended memory a

B-4 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X 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

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Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-1 Appendix C Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been installed

C-2 X7DB8-X/X7DBE-X 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 ESB2 SATA RAID Utility Program1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. After