Supermicro MBD-X7SBI-LN4-O User Manual

X7SBi-LN4 X7SBi-LN4-TMUSER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0b

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualImportant Notes to the UserJumpers not indicated are for testing only.1. See Chapter 2 for detailed

Chapter 1: Introduction1-5Jumpers Description Default SettingJAR Power Alarm Reset Open (Normal)JBT1 CMOS Clear See Chapter 2JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI Sl

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual1-6Motherboard Features Processor Single Intel•® Xeon® 3000 Sequence or Core™2 Quad and Duo series p

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7Onboard I/O1 ATA 100 EIDE Channel•Intel ICH9R SATA Controller, 6 connectors for 6 devices with support of RAID* •functions

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual(X7SBi-LN4-TM only)1-8 3200LGA775_PROCESSORICH-9RUSBPORT_0~7FWHLPC I/OMS.KB. FDD. SER.1SER.2PRI_IDEVR

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset Overview The Intel 3200 chipset is comprised of two primary components: the Memory Controller Hub (M

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual1-101-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for you to determi

Chapter 1: Introduction1-11physical memory, and behaves like a virtual machine (VM), providing isolation and protection across multiple partitions. Th

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual1-121-6 Super I/OThe disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a data

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

Manual Revision 1.0b Release Date: January 14, 2010Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you

2-2 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual2-3 Processor and Heatsink InstallationWarning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing

Chapter 2: Installation2-3TriangleInstalling the LGA 775 Processor 1. Press the load lever to release the load plate, which covers the CPU

2-4 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual6. Once aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down to the socket. (**Do not drop the

Chapter 2: Installation2-51. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die, the required amount has already been applied. 2. Pl

2-6 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual1. Unscrew and remove the heatsink screwsfrom in the sequence as show in the pictureon the right.2.

Chapter 2: Installation2-72-4 Installing DIMMsNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.Warning: Exercise extreme care when

2-8 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualTo Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the

Chapter 2: Installation2-92-5 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specication. See the imag

2-10 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual2. Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are

Chapter 2: Installation2-113.FrontControlPanelPinDenitionsHeader PinsPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Ref

PrefaceiiiPrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technician and knowledgeable PC users. It provides i

2-12 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualGLAN 1/2 LEDPinDenitions(JF1)Pin# Denition 9/11 LED_Anode+10/12 NIC LED SignalNIC1/NIC

Chapter 2: Installation2-13Header PinsOverheat/Fan Fail LED (OH)Connect an LED to the OH/Fan Fail connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide a

2-14 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPower Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily con-tactin

Chapter 2: Installation2-15PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

2-16 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-17PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

2-18 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-19PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

2-20 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-21PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

ivTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction1-1 Overview ...

2-22 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-23SpeakerThe Speaker Header (JD1) allows you to choose between using an external speaker or the internal (onboard) s

2-24 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-25Clear CMOS JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" con-sists of contact pads to prevent the ac

2-26 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-27PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

2-28 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-29PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

2-30 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual2-8 Onboard IndicatorsA. GLAN1B. GLAN2C. GLAN3D. GLAN4GLAN LEDsThere are four GLAN ports on

Chapter 2: Installation2-31A. Power LEDOnboard PWR LED Indicator (LE1)LED Color Denition Off System OffOn Standby Power OnGreen System OnOnbo

vTable of ContentsPower LED ... 2-18External Speaker/

2-32 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualPrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB

Chapter 2: Installation2-33PrinterJPG1Slot1 PCI 33 MHzCOM2USB4/5 USB6/7S I/O 1 SATA 3 SATA 2SATA 1SATA 0SATA 4SATA 5USB 3USB 2FAN 4JP2JWORJBT1BatteryJ

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

3-2 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s ManualThe battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies 5. ~3VDC. If it

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

3-4 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual3-3 Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestion: What type of memory does my motherboard support?Answer: Th

3-5Chapter 3: TroubleshootingQuestion: After I have installed 4 pieces of 1GB Memory, why does the BIOS only detect about 3.145 GB of memory during PO

3-6 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual3-4 Returning Merchandise for ServiceA receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of pur

Chapter 4: BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-T

3-3 Frequently Asked Questions ... 3-43-4 Returning Merchandise for Service.

4-2 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual 4-2 Running SetupDefault settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted.The BIOS setup op

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 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Serial ATAThis setting allows the user to enable or disable Serial ATA connections. The opti

Chapter 4: BIOS4-5nection. Select CDROM if a CDROM drive is installed. Select ATAPI if a remov-able disk drive is installed.CHS FormatThe following it

4-6 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual nection. Select CDROM if a CDROM drive is installed. Select ATAPI if a remov-able disk drive

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 following

4-8 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual power off when the user presses the key for 4 seconds and longer. The options are

Chapter 4: BIOS4-9Advanced Processor OptionsAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU SpeedThis is a display to indicate the

4-10 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU)The CPU fetches the cache

Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Enhanced Intel Speed Step Support (Available when supported by the CPU)Select Enabled to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Te

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

4-12 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual USB Host ControllerSelect Enabled to enable the USB Host Controller. The settings are Enabl

Chapter 4: BIOS4-13be cached into the buffer and written into the system memory at the same time. Select Write Protect to prevent data from

4-14 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Latency TimerThis setting allows you to set the clock rate for the Bus Master. A high-prior

Chapter 4: BIOS4-15Enable MasterThis setting allows you to enable the selected device as the PCI bus master. The options are Enabled and Disabl

4-16 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Base I/O AddressThis setting allows you to select the base I/O address for Serial Port B.

Chapter 4: BIOS4-17View DMI Event LogHighlight this item and press <Enter> to view the contents of the event log.Event LoggingThis setting allow

4-18 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Hardware MonitoringHighlight an item and hit <Enter> to see the status of the item:C

Chapter 4: BIOS4-19The Default Alarm – the Overheat LED and system buzzer will activate if the High condition continues for some time after it is reac

4-20 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Fan Speed Control Modes This feature allows you to decide how the system controls the speed

Chapter 4: BIOS4-21IPMI (The option is available only when an IPMI card is installed in the system.)Firmware Version This item displays the current

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User’s Manual1-2 Contacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA

4-22 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Timer for Loading OS (Minutes)This feature allows the user to set the time value (in minute

Chapter 4: BIOS4-23Realtime Sensor DataThis feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as tempera-tures, fan speeds and volt

4-24 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual 4-5 Security SettingsChoose the Security menu from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility ma

Chapter 4: BIOS4-25Fixed Disk Boot SectorSelect Normal to enable Write-Protect the boot sector on the hard drives to protect against viruses. Password

4-26 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual Current TPM StateThis item shows the current TPM State only. Change TPM StateSelect Enable

Chapter 4: BIOS4-274-7 Physical Presence Operations (X7SBi-LN4- TM only)Choose Physical Presence Operations from the Phoenix BIOS Se

4-28 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's Manual 4-8 Boot SettingsChoose Boot from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow

Chapter 4: BIOS4-294-9 ExitChoose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display.

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Appendix A: POST Error Beep CodesA-1Appendix A POST Error Beep CodesThis section lists POST (Power On Self Test) error beep codes for the Phoenix BI

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM Image Note: All pictures and drawings shown in this manual were based upon the latest

A-2 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's ManualNotes

Appendix B: Installing the Windows OSB-1 Appendix B Installing the Windows OS After all hardware components have been installed, you

B-2 X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's ManualB-2 Installing the Windows XP/2003 OS for Systems without RAID FunctionsInsert Microsoft&ap

Appendix C: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers C-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNote: Click the icons showing a hand writing on t

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's ManualC-2Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)C-2 ConguringSuperoDoctorIIIThe Supe

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

X7SBi-LN4/X7SBi-LN4-TM User's ManualC-4Notes

(Disclaimer Continued)The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear fa