Supermicro X7DBR-8-B Datasheet

SUPERX7DBR-8 X7DBR-i USER’S MANUALRevision 1.0c

1-4 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualFigure 1-2. X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i Motherboard Layout1. Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. 2. See C

C-4 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-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 HDD a. From the main menu, select item3-Reset Disks to Non-

C-10 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualC-2 Installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 OS for Computer systems with RAID Function SupportIn

Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-1 Appendix D Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been instal

D-2 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 ( X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i)Jumper Description Default Setting J3P 3rd PWR Failure Detect Off (Disabled)JB

D-4 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualMotherboard Features CPU• Dual Intel® 64-bit Xeon LGA 771 quad core/dual core processors at a front side bus

D-14 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualD-2 Installing the Intel ESB2 Driver by Adaptec and the Operating Systema. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD

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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 Power Managemen

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1-8 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualFigure 1-9. Block Diagram of the 5000P Chipset Note: This is a general chipset block diagram. Please see th

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset OverviewBuilt upon the functionality and the capability of the 5000P chipset, the X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i motherboard pr

1-10 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 Overheat LED and Control This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat warning function in the BIOS.

1-12 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual Main Switch Override MechanismWhen an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system su

Chapter 1: Introduction1-13It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets ATX power supply Specifi cation 2.01 or above

Manual Revision: Rev. 1.0cRelease Date: July 12, 2007Unless you request and receive written permission from SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, you may not copy any

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

2-2 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual2-3 Installing DIMMsNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONExercise extreme

Chapter 2: Installation2-7®SUPER X7DBR-8/iTo Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the alig

2-8 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

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

2-12 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual2-5 Connecting CablesATX Power Connector There are a 20-pin main power supply connector(JPW1) and an 8-pin CP

Chapter 2: Installation2-15®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-16 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-17®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-18 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-19®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

PrefaceAbout This Manual ... iiiManual Organizatio

2-20 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-21®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-22 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-23®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-24 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-25®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-26 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-27®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-28 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-29®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

Reset Button ... 2-13Power Button ...

2-30 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-31®SUPER X7DBR-8/iAA. Floppy Port2-8 Floppy Drive, Hard Disk Drive, SIMSO-DIMM IPMI and SCSI ConnectionsNote the f

2-32 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1

Chapter 2: Installation2-33®SUPER X7DBR-8/iFan18-pin PWRFP CtrlIDE1FloppySATA1SATA0USB2/3SMBBatteryNorth Bridge20-pin ATX Main PWRJPG1SCSICTRLRCPU1

2-34 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual®SUPER X7DBR-8/iABA. SCSI Channel AB. SCSI Channel BUltra 320 SCSI Connectors (*X7DBR-8 only) There are

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

3-2 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual2. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies ~3VDC. If it does not, r

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Motherboard model and PCB revision number • BIOS release date/version (this can be seen on the initial display when

3-4 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual3-4 Returning Merchandise for ServiceA receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is requ

Chapter 4: BIOS4-1 Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X7DBR-8/

viIDE Connectors ... 2-33Ultra 320 SCSI Connectors ...

4-2 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 the IDE or SATA Device.Cylinders: T

4-6 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualParallel ATAThis setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of the Parallel ATA. The

Chapter 4: BIOS4-7System MemoryThis feature informs you how much system memory is being detected by the BIOS.Extended MemoryThis feature informs you h

4-8 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualSelect "Uncached" to disable this function. Select "Write Through" to allow data

Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Slot1 PCI-X 100MHz, Slot2 PCI-X 100MHz ZCR, Slot3 PCI-Exp x8, Slot4 PCI-Exp x8 and Slot5 PCI-Exp x8 Access the submenu for each

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

4-12 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch (*Available when supported by the CPU.)The CPU fetches the cache line f

Chapter 4: BIOS4-15InterruptThis setting allows you to select the IRQ (interrupt request) for Serial Port A. The options are IRQ3 and IRQ4. Serial Po

4-16 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualDMI Event LoggingAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log ValidityTh

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

4-18 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualHardware Monitor Logic*Note: The Phoenix BIOS will automatically detect the type of CPU(s) and hard

Chapter 4: BIOS4-19Hardware Monitor LogicCPU Temperature Threshold (*See the Note on Page 4-18.)This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature

4-20 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualHardware Monitor Logic (*See the Note on Page 4-18.)CPU Temperature ThresholdThis option allows th

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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualContacting SupermicroHeadquarters Address: SuperMicro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave.

4-22 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's Manual4-5 SecurityChoose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You

Chapter 4: BIOS4-25Password on BootWhen set to enabled, a password is required for the user to be enter the system at boot-up. The options are Enable

4-26 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i User's ManualFixed Disk nFixed disk n (0-3) identifi ed.Invalid System Confi guration DataProblem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.I/O

A-5Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesParity Check 2 nnnnParity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the scree

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3Figure 1-1. X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i Image *Note: The drawings and pictures shown in this manual were based on the latest PCB Rev

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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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-i 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 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-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

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

C-2 X7DBR-8/X7DBR-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 ESB2 SATA RAID Utility Program1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. After