Supermicro MBD-X8SIA-F-O User Manual

USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0cX8SIA-FX8SIA

34Install the Memory ModulesInstall the I/O Shield12312Note: Chassis and I/O plate images are for illustration purposes only. They may be different fr

4-24X8SIA/X8SIA-FSave Changes and ExitWhen you have completed the system conguration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup Ut

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

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Appendix B: Software Installation InstructionsB-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNote: Click the icons showing a hand writing on the

B-2 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)B-2 ConguringSuperoDoctorIIIThe Supero Doc

Appendix B: Software Installation InstructionsB-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: SD III Software Revision 1.

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Appendix C: BIOS Recovery C-1Appendix C - BIOS RecoveryThe recovery procedure described in this section is to be used only when you are advised by you

C-2 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s Manual5. When the Boot Sector Recovery Process is complete, the system will reboot automatically and you will see a checksum

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

Quick-Start Guide5Install the Motherboard6Attach the Power Supply123412SP1++B1JBT1IPMBJD1JPW1JPW2JPI2CJWOLJWF1JF1FAN2FAN1FAN5FAN3FAN4T-SGPIO1T-SGPIO2J

Quick-Start Guide7Install Internal Peripherals8Install External PeripheralsAdd-on CardsIDE / Floppy DrivesSATA / SAS Drives123IPMI PortSerial Port(COM

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

1-2X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s Manual Motherboard (X8SIA-F) Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available

Chapter 1: Introduction1-3Motherboard Layout (X8SIA-F Shown)Important Notes to the UserSee Chapter 3 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O

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Chapter 1: Introduction1-5Headers, Connectors & Main ComponentsNumber Connector Description4 COM1 COM1 Serial Port (Backpanel)18 COM2 COM2 Header

1-6X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s ManualJumpersNumber Jumper Description Default47 JPUSB1 USB0/1 Wake-up Pins 1-2 (Enabled)33 JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Chpt. 2)17 JI

Chapter 1: Introduction1-7Motherboard FeaturesCPU Single Intel® Xeon® 3400, L3400 Series, CoreTM and Pentium® Series processors (LGA1156 socket

Manual Revision 1.0cRelease Date: February 16, 2011Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy

1-8X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s ManualTwo (2) Fast UART 16550 Connections: one 9-pin RS-232 port and one headerSuper I/OWinbond Super I/O W83627DHG UBEBIOS 32

Chapter 1: Introduction1-9X8SIA/X8SIA-F System Block DiagramNote: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your m

1-10X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s Manual1-2 Chipset Overview The X8SIA/X8SIA-F supports the Intel® Xeon® processor 3400 series. Built upon the functi

Chapter 1: Introduction1-111-3 PC Health MonitoringThis section describes the PC health monitoring features of the X8SIA/X8SIA-F. These fea

1-12X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s ManualSlow Blinking LED for Suspend-State IndicatorWhen the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start b

Chapter 1: Introduction1-131-6 Super I/OThe disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a oppy disk drive controller that is

1-14X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s Manual1-8 Overview of the Nuvoton BMC ControllerThe NuvotonSM WPCM150 is a combined Baseboard Management Controller and 2D/V

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

2-2 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manual2-2 Processor and Heatsink InstallationWarning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direc

Chapter 2: Installation2-3Align the CPU key that is the semi-circle cutouts against the socket keys. Once the CPU key is aligned, care

PrefaceThis manu al is written f or syste m integr ators, PC technic ians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the insta

2-4 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualWarning: The CPU will only seat inside the socket in one direction. Make sure it is properly inserted before clo

Chapter 2: Installation2-5Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the required amount has already been applied.Installing a

2-6 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualWarning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the he

Chapter 2: Installation2-7Thermal GreaseHeatsink FinsLocate the CPU Fan power connector on the motherboard. (Refer to the layout on the right for the

2-8 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualAlign the four heatsink fasteners with the mounting holes on the moth-erboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal

Chapter 2: Installation2-9Unplug the power cord from the power supply.Disconnect the heatsink fan wires from the CPU fan header.Use your nger tips to

2-10 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manual2-3 System MemoryCAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible

Chapter 2: Installation2-11Table 2 - DDR3 ECC Registered (RDIMM) Memory SupportRDIMM 1Gb (x8 DRAM) 2Gb (x8 DRAM)Single Rank Up to 6GB(6 x 1GB DIMM Mod

2-12 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualDDR3 ECC RDIMM MemoryDIMM Slots per ChannelDIMMs Populated per ChannelDIMM Type POR Speeds Ranks per DIMM (any c

Chapter 2: Installation2-13Insert the DIMM mod-ule vertically and press down until the module snaps into place.To Remove: Use your thumbs to gently pu

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

2-14 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualNote: Due to memory allocation to system devices, the amount of memory that remains available for operational

Chapter 2: Installation2-15SP1++B1JBT1IPMBJD1JPW1JPW2JPI2CJWOLJWF1JF1FAN2FAN1FAN5FAN3FAN4T-SGPIO1 T-SGPIO2JI2C1JI2C2JWORJL13JPUSB1JLEDJPL1JPL2JPG1LE1C

2-16 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualInstallation InstructionsInstall the I/O shield into the chassis. Locate the mounting holes on the motherb

Chapter 2: Installation2-17SP1++B1JBT1IPMBJD1JPW1JPW2JPI2CJWOLJWF1JF1FAN2FAN1FAN5FAN3FAN4T-SGPIO1 T-SGPIO2JI2C1JI2C2JWORJL13JPUSB1JLEDJPL1JPL2JPG1LE1C

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vi X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s ManualTable of ContentsPrefaceAbout This Motherboard ...

2-24 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualFrontControlPanelPinDenitionsPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer

Chapter 2: Installation2-25Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRLED_Anode+LED_Anode+LED_Anode+GroundGroundPower Fa

2-26 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualPower Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both

Chapter 2: Installation2-27SP1++B1JBT1IPMBJD1JPW1JPW2JPI2CJWOLJWF1JF1FAN2FAN1FAN5FAN3FAN4T-SGPIO1 T-SGPIO2JI2C1JI2C2JWORJL13JPUSB1JLEDJPL1JPL2JPG1LE1C

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Chapter 2: Installation2-29Internal BuzzerThe Internal Buzzer (SPKR1) can be used to provide audible indications for various beep codes. See the tab

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viiTable of ContentsMemory Population Guidelines ...2-11Installing and Removing DIM

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2-38 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's ManualLAN LEDs Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O Backplane of the motherboard. Each Ethern

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2-40 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manual2-9 SATA and Floppy Drive ConnectionsASATA ConnectionsSix Serial ATA (SATA) connectors (I-SATA 0~5) are lo

Chapter 2: Installation2-41A. FloppyFloppy ConnectorThe oppy connector is located next to the DIMM memory banks on the motherboard. See

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

X8SIA/X8SIA-F User’s ManualviiiPCI Slot SMB Enable ... 2-35USB Wake-Up .

3-2 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manual2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. (Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes.)3

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our website at (http://www.supermicro.com/support/bios/).Note: Not all BIOS c

3-4 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manualweb site. Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS (.rom) le to your computer. Also, check the current

3-5Chapter 3: TroubleshootingQuestion: How do I solve an error message “IASTOR.SYS read error” when installing Windows and "press F6 to install I

3-6 X8SIA/X8SIA-F User's Manual3-4 Battery Removal and InstallationPower off your system and unplug your power cable.123Using a tool such as a p

3-7Chapter 3: Troubleshooting3-5 Returning Merchandise for ServiceA receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is

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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8SIA/X8SIA-F. The AMI ROM BIOS is s

4-2X8SIA/X8SIA-FHow to Start the Setup UtilityNormally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is bei

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-3System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed:System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system t

Appendix A POST Error Beep CodesRecoverable POST Error Beep Codes ...A-1Appendix B

4-4X8SIA/X8SIA-F4-3 AdvancedSetupCongurationsUse the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to access the submenu items:BOOT Feat

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-5Wait For 'F1' If ErrorThis forces the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The

4-6X8SIA/X8SIA-Fting. Select Auto for the BIOS to automatically select the CPU multiplier setting for your system. The options are Default and Manual.

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-7Simultaneous Multi-Threading (Available when supported by the CPU)Set to Enabled to use the Hyper-Threading Technology, which wi

4-8X8SIA/X8SIA-FAdvanced Chipset ControlThe items included in the Advanced Settings submenu are listed below.Memory Remap FeatureThis feature, when e

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-9SATA#1CongurationIf Compatible is selected, it sets SATA#1 to legacy compatibility mode, while se-lecting Enhance

4-10X8SIA/X8SIA-FBlock (Multi-Sector Transfer)Block Mode boosts the IDE drive performance by increasing the amount of data transferred. Only 512 bytes

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-11Select MWDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Multi-Word DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 16.6 MBs. Select UDM

4-12X8SIA/X8SIA-FPCI Latency TimerThis feature sets the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 64 to set the PCI latency to 6

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-13use 3F8 as its I/O port address and IRQ 4 for the interrupt address. The options for Serial Port1 are Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4,

Quick-Start Guide1Quick-Start GuideInstall the Processor2Install the Heatsink and Fan12341234

4-14X8SIA/X8SIA-FVT-UTF8 Combo Key SupportThis is a terminal keyboard denition that provides a way to send commands from a remote console.

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-15Low – This level is considered as the ‘normal’ operating state. The CPU temperature is well below the CPU ‘Temperature Toleranc

4-16X8SIA/X8SIA-FSupermicro has leveraged this feature by assigning a temperature status to certain thermal conditions in the processor (Low, Medi

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-17synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the de-pendency on other timestamp calculation devices

4-18X8SIA/X8SIA-FIPMIConguration(X8SIA-FOnly)Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is a set of common interfaces that IT administrator

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-19IP Address - Enter the IP address for this machine. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.2

4-20X8SIA/X8SIA-FIntel®TXT(LT)CongurationIntel TXT InitializationIntel TXT (Trusted Execution Technology) helps protect against software-based at

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-214-4 Security SettingsThe AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both pass-words, the Supervisor passwo

4-22X8SIA/X8SIA-FUse this feature to congure Boot Settings:Boot Device PriorityThis feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority for

Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-23Hard Disk DrivesThis feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority from the available Hard Drives. 1st Drive [SA