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

C-4 X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manualb. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go to th

Appendix C: The Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-5Creating a RAID 1 Volume:a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the &

C-6 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualCreating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and pre

Appendix C: The Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-7Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press

C-8 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualDeleting RAID Volume: (Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You wi

Appendix C: The Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-9Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD a. From the main menu, select item3-Reset Disks to N

C-10 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualC-2 Installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 for systems with RAID FunctionsNew Operating System-Windows

Appendix D: The Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-1 Appendix D The Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been installed,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

D-10 X7DB8/X7DBE 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, all

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

D-12 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualAdding/Deleting HotsparesTo add a Hotspare:(*Note: In order to rebuild a RAID (RAID 0 or RAID 1), you would need t

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

1-6 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualMotherboard Features CPU• Dual Intel® 64-bit Xeon LGA 771 dual core processors at a front side bus speed of 1.3

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

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

D-16 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualUsing the Disk UtilitiesThe Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard disks.T

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

D-18 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualTo verify disk media:3 When the screen shown above displays, select Verify Disk Media and press <Enter>. 4 A

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

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

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

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

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/X7DBE User's ManualFigure 1-9. Block Diagram of the 5000P (Blackford) Chipset Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see th

Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset OverviewBuilt upon the functionality and the capability of the 5000P (Blackford) chipset, the X7DB8/X7DBE mother

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

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/X7DBE User's Manual Main Switch Override MechanismWhen an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system suspen

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

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

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

Chapter 2: Installation2-7II®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/ETo Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to th

2-8 X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manual®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/E2-4 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the P

Chapter 2: Installation2-9®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EB. Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally l

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

2-10 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin de

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

2-12 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIX

Chapter 2: Installation2-13Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2HDD LEDPower LEDResetPWRVccVccVccVccGroundGround1920VccXGroundNMIXVccPWR F

2-14 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-15GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-16 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-17GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-18 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-19GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

ivPrefaceAbout This Manual ... iiiManual Organizat

2-20 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-21GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-22 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-23GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-24 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-25GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-26 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-27GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-28 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-29GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

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

2-30 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-31GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-32 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualGLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SA

Chapter 2: Installation2-33GLAN1®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EGLAN2Fan18-pin PWRFP CtrlSPKPW LEDJOH1Fan3IDE1FloppyBIOS320 SCSI Channel AFan4SATA1SATA0USB2/

2-34 X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manual®JLAN1SUPER X7DB8/EABA. SCSI Channel AB. SCSI Channel BUltra 320 SCSI Connectors (*X7DB8 only) There are tw

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

3-2 X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manual~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.3. If the above steps do not fi x the Setup Confi guration problem,

3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when contacting Super Micro for technical s

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

Chapter 4: BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X7DB8/X7DBE. The Phoenix ROM B

viParallel Port Connector ... 2-31Floppy Connector ...

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

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/X7DBE User's ManualIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave, SATA Port2 and SATA Port3These settings allow th

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

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/X7DBE User's ManualBoot FeaturesAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings.Quick Boot ModeIf enabled, thi

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/X7DBE User's Manual Select "Uncached" to disable this function. Select "Write Through" to allow data to

Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Slot1 PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR, Slot2 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot3 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot4 PCI-Exp x4, Slot5 PCI-Exp x8, and Slot6 PCI-Exp x8 Acc

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

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

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/X7DBE User's ManualAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch (*Available when supported by the CPU.)The CPU fetches the cache line for 6

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 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualDMI Event LoggingAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log ValidityThis i

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/X7DBE User's ManualHardware Monitor Logic*Note: The Phoenix BIOS will automatically detect the type of CPU(s) and hardware

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 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualHardware Monitor Logic (*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/X7DBE User's ManualContacting SupermicroHeadquarters Address: SuperMicro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave.

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

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

Chapter 4: BIOS4-25Password on BootThis setting allows you to require a password to be entered when the system boots up. The options are Enabled (pas

4-26 X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manual4-7 ExitChoose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see t

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 p

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

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/X7DBE User's ManualFixed Disk nFixed disk n (0-3) identifi ed.Invalid System Confi guration DataProblem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.I/O dev

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. X7DB8/X7DBE Image (*Note: The drawings and pictures shown in this manual were based on the latest PCB Revisi

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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/X7DBE User's ManualPOST Code Description18h 8254 timer initialization1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization1Ch Reset Progra

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

B-4 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualPOST Code Description99h Check for SMART Drive (optional)9Ch Set up Power Management9Dh Initialize secur

Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-5POST Code DescriptionD2h Unknown interruptD4h Check Intel Branding stringD8h Alert Standard Format initializ

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

C-2 X7DB8/X7DBE User's ManualThe Intel HostRAID Confi gurationsThe following types of Intel's HostRAID confi gurations are suppor

Appendix C: The Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-3Using the Intel ESB2 SATA RAID Utility Program1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. A