GIGABYTE GA-7TESH2-RH Owner's Manual

GA-7TESH2-RH

Dual Xeon Processor Motherboard

USER’S Manual

Xeon® Processor Motherboard

Rev. 1001

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Table of Content

Table of Contents

Item Checklist ........................................................................................4

Chapter 1Introduction.............................................................................5

1.1.Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................... 5

1.2.Features Summary................................................................................ 6

1.3.GA-7TESH1-RH Motherboard Component .......................................... 8

Chapter 2Hardware Installation Process.............................................. 11

2.1.Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink ............................................ 11

2.1.1.Installing CPU .........................................................................................................11

2.1.2.Installing Heat Sink ................................................................................................ 12

2.2.Installing memory modules.................................................................13

2.3.Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply..................17

2.3.1. I/O Back Panel Introduction ................................................................................. 17

2.4.Connectors Introduction......................................................................20

2.5.Jumper Setting.....................................................................................29

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BIOS Setup...........................................................................................32

Main........................................................................................................... 34

Advanced ................................................................................................... 35

Processor Configuration.................................................................................................. 36

Power Management........................................................................................................ 40

Memory Configuration ..................................................................................................... 43

Advanced Chipset Configuration ................................................................................... 45

PCI Configuration............................................................................................................. 49

SATA Configuration.......................................................................................................... 51

I/O DeviceConfiguration .................................................................................................. 54

Boot DeviceConfiguration ................................................................................................ 56

Thermal and Acoustic Configuration.............................................................................. 58

Power......................................................................................................... 60

Security ...................................................................................................... 62

Server.........................................................................................................62

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System Management...................................................................................................... 65

Console Redirection........................................................................................................ 67

Boot............................................................................................................ 69

Exit .............................................................................................................70

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Item Checklist

 The GA-7TESH2-RH motherboard
 Serial AT A cable x 6
 I/O Shield Kit
 CD for motherboard driver & utility
 GA-7TESH2-RH quick reference guide

* The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.

Introduction

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Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1. Considerations Prior to Installation

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Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the
instructions below:

1. Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2. When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3. It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components

4. Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or

5. Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector

Installation Notices

1. Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are

2. Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the

3. Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the

5. Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard

6. Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7. Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

8. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product,

(CPU, RAM).

within a electrostatic shielding container.

from the motherboard.

required for warranty validation.

information in the provided manual.

motherboard circuit or its components.

or within the computer casing.

components as well as physical harm to the user.

please consult a certified computer technician.

Instances of Non-Warranty

1. Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2. Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3. Damage due to improper installation.

4. Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5. Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6. Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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Introduction

1.2. Features Summary

Form Factor  12” x 13” EATX size form factor, 8 layers PCB
CPU  Supports Dual Intel® Xeon® Nehalem-EP 2S processors

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 Xeon
 Supports QuickPath Interconnect up to 6.4GT/s
 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) & Demand Based

 Support Intel Virtualization T echnology (VT)

Chipset  Intel® 5520 (Tylersburg-36D) Chipset

 Intel

Memory  12 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 96 GB

 3 channel memory architecture
 Support 800/1066/1333 memory
 Support ECC RDIMM/ UDIMM

I/O Control  ITE IT8720F Super I/O
Expansion Slots  1 PCI slots 32-Bit/33MHz (5V)

 1 PCI-E x16 slot (Gen2 x16 bandwidth)
 1 PCI-Express x8 slots (Gen2 at x8 bandwidth)
 1 PCI-Express x8 slots (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth)
 1 PCI-Express x8 slots (Gen 1 at x4 bandwidth)
 1 SO-DIMM for add-on SAS RAID card (optional device)

SATA RAID Controller  Intel® ICH10R SATA Controller

 Supports 6 independant SAT A 3.0 Gb/s with Software RAID 0,1,

On-Board VGA  ServerEngines Pilot II with 32MB DDR2 memory
On-Board LAN  Intel® 82576EB GbE controller support dual Gigabit Ethernet

 Supports QuickData DMA engine/TCP acceleration/IA-optimized

Internal Connector  2 x 8-pin ATX power connector

 1 x 24-pin A TX power connector
 6 x SAT A 3.0Gb/s connectors
 1 x Serial connector (COM)
 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for additional 4 ports by cable
 1 x front panel connecctor
 1 x PSMI connecctor

Quad Core in LGA 1366 socket

Switch (DBS)

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82801JR (ICH10R)

of system memory

5,10

ports

TCP stack/DCA( Direct Cache Access)/LLI, MSI-X,RSS

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Rear Panel I/O  P/S 2 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors

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Hardware Monitor  Winbond 83792G controller

BIOS  Phoenix BIOS on 16Mb flash RAM
Additional Features  Supports S4, S5 under Windows Operating System

 6 x System fan cable connector
 2 x CPU fan cable connectors

 1 x Serial port
 4 x USB 2.0 dual-port connector
 1 x VGA connector
 1 x iKVM LAN port
 2 x RJ45 LAN ports
 1 x ID switch

 Enhanced features with CPU Vcore, 1.5V reference,

VCC3 (3.3V) , VBAT3V, +5VSB, CPUA/B Temperature, and
System T emperature V alues viewing

 CPU/Power/System Fan Revolution Detect
 CPU shutdown when overheat
 System Voltage Detect
 Support basic ASF remote transaction through CSA Bus with

hardware circuit

 Wake on LAN (WOL)
 Wake on Ring (WOR)
 AC Recovery
 Supports Console Redirection
 Supports 4-pin Fan controller

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1.3. GA-7TESH2-RH Motherboard Component

No Code Description

1. CPU1 Primary CPU

2. CPU2 Secondary CPU

3. U82 Intel Tylersburg-36D IOH

4. U60 Intel ICH10R

5. U188 Winbond W83792G

6. U6 Intel 82576EB GbE

7. U24 Broadcom BCM5221PHY

8. U5 ServerEngines PilotII

9. U7 PilotII VGA memory

10. U9 BMC Flash ROM

11. COMB COM2 connector

12. BAT CMOS Battery

13. USB2 Rear USB connector

14. PCIE_SODIM SO-DIMM for SAS RAID card

15. USB1 Front USB connector

16. PSMI PSMI connector

17. IPMB2 IPMB2 connector

18. IPMB1 IPMB1 connector

19. CASEOPEN Case open intrusion

20. SATA0 SATA0 data cable connector

21. SATA1 SATA1 data cable connector

22. SATA2 SATA2 data cable connector

23. SATA3 SATA3 data cable connector

24. SATA4 SATA4 data cable connector

25. SATA5 SATA5 data cable connector

26. FAN_CPU1 CPU1 fan cable connector

27. FAN_CPU2 CPU2 fan cable connector

28. FAN_SYS1 System fan 1 cable connector

29. FAN_SYS2 System fan 2 cable connector

30. FAN_SYS3 System fan 3 cable connector

31. FAN_SYS4 System fan 4 cable connector

32. FAN_SYS5 System fan 5 cable connector

33. FAN_SYS6 System fan 6 cable connector

34. PCI5 PCI 32bit/33MHz slot

35. PCI-E4 PCI-E x8 slot (Gen1 at x4 bandwidth)

36. PCI-E3 PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth)

37. PCI-E2 PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x8 bandwidth)

Introduction

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No Code Description

38. PCI-E1 PCI-E x16 slo t(Gen2 at x16 bandwidth)

39. DIMMC1 Channel C slot 1 (for primary CPU)

40. DIMMC2 Channel C slot 2 (for primary CPU)

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41. DIMMB1 Channel B slot 1 (for primary CPU)

42. DIMMB2 Channel B slot 2 (for primary CPU)

43. DIMMA1 Channel A slot 1 (for primary CPU)

44. DIMMA2 Channel A slot 2 (for primary CPU)

45. DIMMD2 Channel D slot 2 (for secondary CPU)

46. DIMMD1 Channel D slot 1 (for secondary CPU)

47. DIMME2 Channel E slot 2 (for secondary CPU)

48. DIMME1 Channel E slot 1 (for secondary CPU)

49. DIMMF2 Channel F slot 2 (for secondary CPU)

50. DIMMF1 Channel F slot 1 (for secondary CPU)

51. KB_MS PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse ports

52. COMA_VGA Serial/VGA ports

53. USB USB ports

54. ID_SW ID Sw itch

55. MNGT_NIC 10/100 LAN port (for KVM server management)

56. GBE1_2 Gigabit LAN ports

57. F_Panel Front panel connector

58. ATX 24-pin Power connector

59. 12V_AUX2 CPU2 8-pin Power connector

60. 12V_AUX1 CPU1 8-pin Power connector

61. SGPIO_ JP1 SGPIO JP1 jumper

62. J3 SMBus connector for B/P board

63. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper

64. CLR_RTC Clear RTC jumper

65. BIOS_RVCR BIOS Recovery jumper

66. PASS_DIS Password Disable jumper

67. BMC_SEL BMC Select jumper
68 . JP_STRP2 Pi lo tII fir mwar e upgrade jumper
69 . JP_STRP8 Pi lo tII fir mwar e upgrade jumper

70. PILOT_DIS PiotII disable jumper

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process

2.1. Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink

Before installing the processor and cooling fan, adhere to the following
cautions:

1. The processor will overheat without the heatsink and/or fan, resulting in permanent
irreparable damage.

2. Never force the processor into the socket.

3. Apply thermal grease on the processor before placing cooling fan.

4. Please make sure the CPU type is supported by the motherboard.

5. If you do not match the CPU socket Pin 1 and CPU cut edge well, it will cause
improper installation. Please change the insert orientation.

2.1.1. Installing CPU

Step 1 Raise the metal locking lever on the socket.
Step 2 Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket.
Step 3 Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The CPU only fits in one orientation.

Step 4 Once the CPU is properly placed, please replace the metal cover and push the metal

lever back into locked position.

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2.1.2. Installing Heat Sink

Step 1 Attach the heat sink clip to the processor socket.
Step 2 Secure the cooing fan withscrews.

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Step 3 Connect processor fan can cable to the processor fanconnector

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2.2. Installing memory modules

Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the memory is supported by the motherboard. It is
recommended to use the memory with similar capacity, specifications and brand.

2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer
power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed
in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.

The motherboard supports DDR3 memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory
capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one
direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

Memory sockets for
Processor 2

Memory sockets for Processor 1

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Hardware Installation Process

Installation Steps:

Step 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
Step 2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.

NOTE! DIMM must be populated in order starting from DIMMA1/D1 socket. For dual-channel
operation, DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs.

Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.

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DIMMF1

DIMME1

DIMME2

DIMMD1

DIMMD2

DIMMF2

CPU2

CPU1

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMC2

DIMMC1

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U-DIMM Population Table

Interleave

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mode

Single
Channel

Dual
Channel

Three
Channel

Channel A Channel B Channel C

DIMMA1/D1

DIMMA2/D2 DIMMB1/E1 DIMMB2/E2 DIMMC1/F1 DIMMC2/F2

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

1GB

1GB

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Memory

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2GB

4GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

4GB

8GB

16GB

3GB

6GB

16GB

6GB

2GB

4GB

2GB

4GB

2GB

4GB

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4GB

2GB

4GB

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4GB

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R-DIMM Population Table

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Interleave
mode

Single
Channel

Dual
Channel

Channel A Channel B Channel C

DIMMA1/D1

DIMMA2/D2 DIMMB1/E1 DIMMB2/E2 DIMMC1/F1 DIMMC2/F2

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2GB

4GB

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1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

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2GB
4GB

8GB

1GB

1GB 1GB

2GB
4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

2GB
4GB

8GB

1GB

1GB

2GB
4GB

8GB

1GB

Total
Memory

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2GB

4GB

8GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

16GB

4GB

8GB

16GB

32GB

3GB

Three
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2GB

4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

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2GB

4GB

8GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

6GB

12GB

24GB

6GB

12GB

24GB

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2.3. Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply

2.3.1. I/O Back Panel Introduction

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PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the
keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Serial Port

Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.

Video Port

The video in port allows connect to video in, which can also apply to video loop thru function.

USB Port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s)
such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface.
Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller,
please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver updated. For more information please
contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

ID Switch

This button provide the selected unit idenfication function.

KVM Server Management 10/100 LAN Port

The LAN port provides Internet connection with data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.

Gigabit LAN Ports

The LAN port provides Internet connection of Gigabit Ethernet with data transfer speeds of
10/100/1000Mbps.

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LAN LED Description

Hardware Installation Process

LED2 (Green/Yellow)

Name

LED1

Color Condition Description

Green ON LAN Link / no Access
Green BLINK LAN Access

- OFF Idle

LED2

- OFF 10Mbps connection
Green BLINK Port identification with 10 Mbps connection
Green ON 100Mbps connection
Green BLINK Port identification with 100Mbps connection
Yellow ON 1Gbps connection
Yellow BLINK Port identification with 1Gbps connection

LED1 (Green)

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2.4. Connectors Introduction

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1. ATX 18. SYS_FAN1 (System fan connector)

2. 12V_AUX1 19. SYS_FAN2 (System fan connector))

3. 12V_AUX2 20. SYS_FAN3 (System fan connector)

4. COMB 21. SYS_FAN4 (System fan connector)

5. USB1 (Front USB cable connector) 22. SYS_FAN5 (System fan connector)

6. USB2 (Rear USB cable connector) 23. SYS_FAN6 (System fan connector)

7. F_PANEL 24. IPMB1

8. SATA0 (SATA data cable connector) 25. IPMB2

9. SAT A1 (SATA data cable connector) 26. SGPIO_JP1

10. SATA2 (SATA data cable connector) 27. J3 SMBus

11. SATA3 (SATA data cable connector)

12. SATA4 (SATA data cable connector)

13. SATA5 (SATA data cable connector

14. PSMI

15. CMOS Battery

16. CPU_F AN1 (CPU1 fan cable connector)

17. CPU_F AN2 (CPU1 fan cable connector)

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1/2/3 ) ATX/12V_AUX1/12V_AUX2 (24-pin/8-pin ATX power connectors)

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With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that
all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper
location on the motherboard and connect tightly.
The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V
power connector is not connected, the system will not start.
Caution! Please use a power supply that is able to support the system voltage
requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power
consumption be used (350W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide
the required power, the result can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable
to start. If you use a power supply that provides a 24-pin A TX power connector, please
remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in
the power cord; otherwise, please do not remove it.

5481

CPU0/DDR3 socket for CPU0

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
5 P12V_DDR3_CPU0
6 P12V_DDR3_CPU0
7 P12V_CPU0
8 P12V_CPU0

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CPU1/DDR3 socket for CPU1

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
5 P12V_DDR3_CPU1
6 P12V_DDR3_CPU1
7 P12V_CPU1
8 P12V_CPU1

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1

Pin No. Definition

1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 Power Good
9 5V SB(stand by +5V)
10 +12V
1 1 +12V(Only for 24-pin ATX)
12 3.3V(Only for 24-pin ATX)

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Pin No. Definition

13 3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS_ON(soft On/Off)
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 -5V
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V (Only for 24-pin A TX)
24 GND(Only for 24-pin A TX)

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4 ) COMB

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5/6 ) USB1/2 (USB cable connectors)

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Pin No. Definition

1 DCD­2 SIN2
3 SOUT2
4 DTR2­5 GND
6 DSR2­7 RTS2­8 CTS2­9 RI2­10 NC

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while
you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make
the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your
local dealer.

USB2

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Pin No. Definition

1 5V power
2 5V power
3 -FUSB4
4 -FUSB5
5 +FUSB4
6 +FUSB5
7 GND
8 GND
9NC
10 NC

USB1

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