Supermicro X8DTi-F User Manual

X8DT3 X8DTi USER’S MANUALRevision 1.0a X8DT3-F X8DTi-FX8DTi-LN4FX8DT3-LN4F

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1-4 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's Manual Motherboard LayoutJumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. 1. Jump

Chapter 1: Introduction1-5Quick ReferenceJumper Description Default SettingJBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-10)JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI Slots 2-3 (Disable

1-6 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualMotherboard Features CPUTwo Intel• ® 5500 Series (LGA 1366) processors, each

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7System resource alert via Supero Doctor III• ACPI Features Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator• Main switch overri

1-8 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualBlock Diagram of the 5520 PlatformNote: This is a general block diagram. Ple

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-3 Chipset OverviewBuilt upon the capability of the Intel 5520 platform, the X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-L

1-10 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's Manual1-4 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for

Chapter 1: Introduction1-11environment or used with Supero Doctor II in Linux. Supero Doctor is used to notify the user of certain system events. For

Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy any part of this document.Information in this docu

1-12 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's Manual(WOL) to connect to the 3-pin header on a Network Interface Card (NIC) that

Chapter 1: Introduction1-13baud rate generator, complete modem control capability and a processor interrupt system. Both UARTs provide legacy speed w

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

2-2 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualTools Needed1. Phillips Screwdriver2. Pan head #6 screwsInstallati

Chapter 2: Installation2-32-3 Processor and Heatsink InstallationWhen handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label are

2-4 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's Manual Socket KeysAfter removing the plastic cap, 1. using your thumb an

Chapter 2: Installation2-5Installing a CPU HeatsinkScrew#1Screw#2Do not apply any thermal 1. grease to the heatsink or the CPU die because the require

2-6 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualRemoving the HeatsinkWarning: We do not recommend that the CPU or

Chapter 2: Installation2-72-4 Memory Installation Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONExercise extreme care when

PrefaceAbout this ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the inst

2-8 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualMemory Population for Optimal Performance-For a motherboard with O

Chapter 2: Installation2-94 GB of RAM is used. The reduction in memory availability is dispropor-tional. (See the following Memory Availability Table.

2-10 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualX8DT3/i Series2-5 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports

Chapter 2: Installation2-11ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortsThe ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are located next to the Back Panel USB Ports 0~1

2-12 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualX8DT3/i Series21. Backpanel USB 02. Backpanel USB 13. Front Panel

Chapter 2: Installation2-13X8DT3/i SeriesSerial PortsTwo COM connections (COM1 & COM2) are located on the motherboard. COM1 is located on the Back

2-14 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualX8DT3/i Series1. LAN12. LAN23. LAN3 (X8DT3/i-LN4F only)4. LAN4 (X

Chapter 2: Installation2-15X8DT3/i Series2. Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally lo-cated

2-16 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 o

Chapter 2: Installation2-17Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F

Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent damage to the components.Note: Additional Information given to

2-18 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LED

Chapter 2: Installation2-19Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F

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Chapter 2: Installation2-25J5T-SGPIO2T-SGPIO1JLAN2JLAN1JF11COM2JWOLBatteryJSM1JSM2JBT1JUSB2JUSB31BMC/VGACTRLJ26JPG1JPL1JPL2JWDJPS1JPT1JI2C2JI2C1D1LE1L

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

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

3-2 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualNo VideoIf the power is on but you have no video, remove all the add-on cards

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting3-2 Technical Support ProceduresBefore contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, please note

X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualviTable of ContentsPreface ...

3-4 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualQuestion: How do I update my BIOS?Answer: It is recommended that you do not up

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4. The

4-2X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualStarting the Setup UtilityNormally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory t

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-3Supermicro X8DT3BIOS Build Version: This item displays the BIOS revision used in your system.BIOS Build Date: This item displays

4-4X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s Manual4-3 Advanced Setup Confi gurationsUse the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to ac

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-5Hit 'Del' Message DisplayThis feature displays "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. The options are Enabled

4-6X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualHardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU)If set to Enabled, the hardware pre fetcher w

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-7Clock Spread SpectrumSelect Enable to use the feature of Clock Spectrum, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to red

4-8X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualDemand Scrubbing A memory error-correction scheme where the Processor writes corrected data back into

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-9DIMM PitchThis is the physical space between each DIMM module. Each step is in 1/1000 of an inch. The default is [400]. Press &q

Table of Contentsvii2-5 Control Panel Connectors/IO Ports...2-101. Back Panel Connectors/

4-10X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualLegacy USB Support Select Enabled to use Legacy USB devices. If this item is set to Auto, Legacy USB

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-11Host Interface. (Take caution when using this function. This feature is for ad-vanced programmers only.) The options are IDE, R

4-12X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualSelect 0 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs. Select 1 to

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-13Select UDMA5 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 5. It has a data transfer rate of 133 MBs.Select UDMA6 to allow the BIOS t

4-14X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualPCI IDE Bus MasterWhen enabled, the BIOS uses PCI bus mastering for reading/writing to IDE drives. T

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-15Watch Dog TimerIf enabled, the Watch Dog Timer will allow the system to reboot when it is inactive for more than 5 minutes. The

4-16X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualSredir Memory Display DelayThis feature defi nes the length of time in seconds to display memory infor

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-17information that the motherboard can read. This ‘Temperature Threshold’ or ‘Tem-perature Tolerance’ has been assigned at the fa

4-18X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualVoltage MonitoringCPU1 Vcore/CPU2 Vcore, CPU1 DIMM/CPU2 DIMM, 1.5V, 3.3Vcc (V), 3.3V SB (V), 12Vcc (V

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-19pendency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruc-tion embedded in the CPU. The High Performance Ev

X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualviiiGLAN LEDs ...

4-20X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualTimestamp• Generator ID• Event Message Format User• Event Sensor Type• Event Sensor Number,• Event D

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-21Allocation) to allow the host server to allocate an IP address based on a table containing MAC Address/IP Address pairs that ar

4-22X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualSubnet MaskThis item displays the current subnet mask setting for your IPMI connection.VLAN TaggingSe

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-23Event Message for PEF ActionThis enables of disables Event Messages for PEF action. Refer to Table 24.6 of the IPMI 1.5 Specifi

4-24X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s ManualSupervisor Password This item indicates if a Supervisor password has been entered for the system. &qu

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-25Boot Device PriorityThis feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority for the Boot Device. The settings are 1st

4-26X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s Manual4-6 Exit OptionsSelect the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS S

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-274-7 BIOS RecoveryWarning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can ca

4-28X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s Manual4.7.2 Boot Sector Recovery from an IDE CD-ROMThis process is almost identical to the process of Boot

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-295. Following the instructions given on the screen to update the BIOS. These instructions are also shown below.a. At the promp

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

4-30X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-LN4/X8DTi-LN4 User’s Manual8. Once remote BIOS fl ash is completed, the system will reboot.Note: AMIBIOS Serial Flash will work

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

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Appendix B: Installing the Windows OSB-1Appendix B Installing the Windows OS After all hardware components have been installed, you must fi rst confi gu

B-2 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualB-2 Installing the Windows OS to a Non-RAID SystemInsert Micros

Appendix C: Software Installation InstructionsC-1Appendix C Software Installation Instructions C-1 Installing Software ProgramsAfter you've ins

C-2 X8DT3/X8DTi/X8DT3-F/X8DTi-F/X8DT3-LN4F/X8DTi-LN4F User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)C-2 Confi guri

Appendix C: Software Installation InstructionsC-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can

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