MSI X2-109 User Manual
X2-109 Series
MS-9265 1U Rackmount Server
G52-92651X1
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Copyright Notice
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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under
continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First release May 2008
Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’ s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively,
please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website at http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=service for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and
other information.
Contact our technical staff at http://ocss.msi.com.tw.
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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6. Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
8. Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
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FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been
tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class A
digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency en-
ergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
MS-9265
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement
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CONTENTS
Copyright Notice...............................................................................................................ii
Trademarks.......................................................................................................................ii
Revision History...............................................................................................................ii
Technical Support............................................................................................................ii
Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................iii
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement........................................................iv
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement....................................v
Chapter 1 Getting Started.....................................................................................1-1
System Overview...............................................................................................1-2
Mainboard Specifications...................................................................................1-6
Mainboard Layout................................................................................................1-9
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup....................................................................................2-1
Quick Components Guide....................................................................................2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit)............................................................................2-3
Memory.................................................................................................................2-4
Power Supply......................................................................................................2-6
Back Panel I/O......................................................................................................2-7
Connector............................................................................................................2-8
Jumper................................................................................................................2-16
Slot......................................................................................................................2-17
System Assembly Flowchart...........................................................................2-18
System Assembly..............................................................................................2-19
Rack Mounting....................................................................................................2-30
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................3-1
Entering Setup.....................................................................................................3-2
The Menu Bar......................................................................................................3-4
Main......................................................................................................................3-5
Advanced............................................................................................................3-6
Boot....................................................................................................................3-18
Security..............................................................................................................3-21
Chipset...............................................................................................................3-22
Exit......................................................................................................................3-25
Appendix A Intel ICH9R SATA RAID.....................................................................A-1
ICH9R Introduction...............................................................................................A-2
BIOS Configuration..............................................................................................A-3
Installing Driver....................................................................................................A-9
Installing Software............................................................................................A-11
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RAID Migration Instructions...............................................................................A-15
Degraded RAID Array........................................................................................A-22
Appendix B LSI SAS RAID......................................................................................B-1
1. Introduction to Integrated RAID......................................................................B-2
2. Integrated Mirroring Overview.......................................................................B-3
3. Creating Integrated Mirroring Volumes..........................................................B-9
4. Integrated Striping Overview.......................................................................B-16
5. Creating Integrated Striping Volumes..........................................................B-19
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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the X2-109 (MS-9265 v1.X), a
high-performance barebone system from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel® 5100 & ICH9R chipsets
for optimal system efficiency, the X2-109 accommodates the latest Intel® Xeon® (Dual-Core Wolfdale-DP/
Woodcrest & Quad-Core Clovertown/Harpertown) processors in Socket LGA771 and supports up to six DDR2
533/667MHz DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 48GB
memory capacity.
With high scalability, reliability, ease of use, and overall
value, the X2-109 makes an ideal choice for value conscious customers.
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System Overview
Top View
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HDD Tray
Slim DVD-ROM Drive
Fan Duct
PCI Expansion Card Bracket
Memory DIMM Slots
SSI EPS 1U Power Supply
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Front View
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Front Bezel
1
Slim DVD-ROM Drive
Swappable Hard Disk Drive Bays
USB Port
System Reset Button
Power Button
HDD Power/Status LEDs
HDD Activity LED
This indicator shows the activity status of the hard disk drive. It flashes
when the system is accessing data on the hard disk and remains off when
no disk activity is detected.
Power LED
This indicator shows the power status of the system. It glows when the main
power is turned on.
Status LEDs of LAN# 1/2
1. The green LED is on when there is an active connection on the LAN port.
2. This LED flashes when transmitting or receiving activities to or from the
system are detected.
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LED Color State Description
Green ON Power On
Green Blink S1/S3 Power/Sleep
/- OFF S4/S5
HDD Activity
LAN1 Activity
SAS/SATA
HDD1 LED
SAS/SATA
HDD2 LED
SAS/SATA
HDD3 LED
SAS/SATA
HDD4 LED
Green BLINK Hard Disk Drive Access
/- OFF No Access
Green ON LAN Link / No Access
Green BLINK LAN Access
/- OFF Idle
Green ON LAN Link / No Access
Green BLINK LAN Access LAN2 Activity
/- OFF Idle
Green BLINK HDD Access
Orange ON Drive Fails or Offline
Orange BLINK Drive is under Rebuild
Green BLINK HDD Access
Orange ON Drive Fails or Offline
Orange BLINK Drive is under Rebuild
Green BLINK HDD Access
Orange ON Drive Fails or Offline
Orange BLINK Drive is under Rebuild
Green BLINK HDD Access
Orange ON Drive Fails or Offline
Orange BLINK Drive is under Rebuild
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Rear View
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Rear Bezel
1
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector
Serial Port
LAN Jacks
Getting Started
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USB Ports
VGA Port
v Rear Bezel LEDs
LED Color LED State Condition
RJ45 NIC1 /
NIC2 Link /Activity
RJ45 NIC1 /
NIC2 Speed
Orange On (steady state) LAN link is established.
Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Off LAN link is not established.
On (brighter & pulsing) The computer is communicating with another
On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
computer on the LAN.
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System Specifications
Processor
- Supports Intel Xeon (Dual-Core Wolfdale-DP/Woodcrest & QuadCore Clovertown/Harpertown) processors in Socket LGA771
FSB
- FSB 1066/1333MHz
Chipset
- Northbridge: Intel 5100
- Southbridge: Intel ICH9R
Memory
- 6 DDR2 533/667 DIMM slots
- Maximum 48GB
LAN
- Supports dual Gigabit Ethernet by Intel 82573V & 82566DM
SAS
- 4 SAS ports by LSI Logic SAS1064E Host Controller
- Data transfer rate at up to 3Gb/s
SATA
- 6 SATAII ports support 6 SATAII devices
- Data transfer rate at up to 3Gb/s
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IDE
- 1 IDE port by ITE IT8213F
- Supports Ultra DMA 66/100/133 mode
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation mode
Floppy
- 1 floppy port
- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB
Graphics
- XGI Volari Z7 graphics processor
- 16MB graphics memory
Audio (Optional)
- Chip integrated by Realtek ALC888
- Flexible 2-channel audio with jack sensing
- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec
IPMI (Optional)
- Hitachi H8S/2168 IPMI microcontroller
Connectors
Back Panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse & PS/2 keyboard port
- 1 serial port
- 1 VGA port
- 2 USB 2.0 ports
- 2 RJ-45 Gigabit LAN ports
Onboard Connectors
- 2 USB 2.0 connectors
- 1 serial port connector
- 1 front panel audio connector
- 1 chassis intrusion connector
- 1 TPM connector
- 1 SPI Flash ROM connector (for debugging)
Slots
- 1 PCI-Express x16 slot
- 2 PCI-Express x8 slots (with x4 signal)
- 2 32-bit/33MHz PCI slots
Getting Started
Certification
- Safety: UL, CB, CCC
- EMC: FCC Class A, CE Class A
Chassis
- Form factor: 1U-22"
- Externally swappable HDD bay x 4
- Slim DVD drive bay x 1
- Full height slot x 1
- Chassis dimension: 569 x 430 x 43.5mm
Power Supply
- 500 watt
PFC function: Yes
Form factor: SSI EPS 1U
Safety mark: UL, cUL, TUV, CE-mark, CB
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System Management
H8S BMC chip and MSI iConsole AP support IPMI 2.0
BMC Chip
- H8S 200-pin
- Host hardware interface: LPC interface
- Host software interface: KCS interface
Memory Size
- 256 X 16 Bits SRAM
Key Features
- IPMI 2.0 compliant
- Out-of-band LAN based management using RMCP
- FRU/SEL access
- Remote out-of-band alerts
- Event log
- Ability to update firmware inband unattended
- Remote access security (MD5)
- Out-of-band environmental monitoring and alerting
- Secure remote power control and system reset over Serial or
shared NIC (RMCP)
- Supports onboard I2C Winbond 83793G & Winbond 83627 to
extend hardware monitor feature
- Supports ASR (Automatic Server Restart)
System Management
- Three SMBus 2.0 (I2C)
- One SMBus for Intel ESB2E
- One SMBus for IPMB
- One SMBus for Winbond 83793G & Winbond 83627
- CPU fan speed control dependent on system temperature
- System fan speed control dependent on system temperature
Sensor Management
- Monitored Voltage: 12V, 5V, 3V, VBAT, VTT, Vcore, -12V
- Monitored Fan: 6 x System Fan, 2 x CPU Fan
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Mainboard Layout
PCIEX8_SLOT3
PCIEX8_SLOT2
IDE1
J_BOOT3
CPU_FAN1
CPU_FAN2
FDD1
SATA1J10SATA2SATA4SATA3
J21
J_CMOS1
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
USB
Ports
COM1
VGA2
JLAN2
JLAN1
J_HB_RST1
BMC
Chip
JAUD1
XGI
Z7
J_BOOT2
Audio
Chip
J1
PCIEX16_SLOT1
J_IPMB1
PCI 1
J_ICMB1
PCI 2
J_BOOT1
COM2
JTPM1
JPWR1
JINT1
JPWR2
Intel
5100
iTE
IT8213F
LSISAS1064E
DIMMB1
DIMMA1
DIMMB2
DIMMA2
DIMMB3
DIMMA3
SYS_FAN5
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CPU1
CPU2
BATT
+
JSPI1
Intel
ICH9R
SAS_2
SAS_3
SAS _1
SAS _4
SYS_FAN1
SYS_FAN 3
SYS_FA N4
SYS_FAN 2
J22
SATA5
SATA6
JUSB 2
JUSB3
5100 Master (MS-9665 v1.X) SSI CEB Server Board
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Refer to the system assembly flowchart and the chart
below to determine the proper sequence of removing
or installing components to the server.
MS-9265
Mainboard Hardware
System Assembly
Rack Mounting
CPU, Memory, Power Supply, Back
Panel, Connector, Jumper, Slot
Chassis Cover
CPU, Heatsink
Memory
Expansion Card
Hard Disk Drive
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Quick Components Guide
JPWR1, p.2-6
Back Panel
I/O, p.2-7
DIMM Slots, p.2-4
JPWR2, p.2-6
CPU, p.2-3
PCI-Class
Slots, p.2-17
J_H8_RST1,
J_BOOT2, p.2-11
J_IPMB1, p.2-11
J_ICMB1, p.2-11
J_BOOT1, p.2-11
JAUD1, p.2-14
JTPM1, p.2-13
J1, p.2-11
COM2, p.2-12
FDD1,
p.2-8
JINT1, p.2-10
IDE1,
p.2-8
SYS_FAN3~5,
p.2-10
JSPI1,
p.2-13
SAS_1~4,
p.2-9
SYS_FAN1~2,
p.2-10
J_BOOT3,
p.2-16
Important
CAUTION!!! Please note that the CPU1/CPU2 VRM & memory/south bridge
area should be respectively kept under 105oC and 85oC. To ensure system
stability, always protect the system with proper cooling. Otherwise, overheating may damage the system.
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J21, p.2-15
CPU_FAN1~2,
p.2-10
J_CMOS1,
p.2-16
J22, p.2-15
JUSB2~3,
p.2-12
SATA1~6,
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Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
This mainboard supports the latest Intel® Xeon® (Dual-Core Wolfdale-DP/Woodcrest &
Quad-Core Clovertown/Harpertown) processors in Socket LGA771. When you are
installing the CPU, make sure that you install the cooler to prevent the CPU from
overheating. If you do not have a CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and
install them before turning on the computer.
Important
1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)
between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
3. While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the
safety of CPU.
Introduction to LGA 771 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 771 CPU.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
The surface of LGA 771 CPU.
Remember to apply some silicone
heat transfer compound on it for
better heat dispersion.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
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DIMMB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB3
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMA3
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB3
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMA3
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB3
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMA3
Memory
These DIMM slots are intended for system memory modules.
DDR2
240-pin, 1.8V
64x2=128 pin 56x2=112 pin
Dual-Channel Mode Population Rule
In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two
data bus lines simultaneously. Dual-Channel mode is enabled when the installed
memory capacities of both DIMM channels are equal. If different speed DIMMs are
used between channels, the slowest memory timing will be used.
Dual-Channel mode can be achieved with two, three or four DIMMs. To achieve DualChannel mode, the following conditions must be met:
* Matched DIMM configuration in each channel
* Same Density (512MB, 1GB, 2GB, etc.)
* Matched in both Channel A and Channel B memory channels
* Populate symmetrical memory slots
Configurations that do not match the above conditions will revert to Single-Channel
mode.
2 DIMMs
2GB
2GB
3 DIMMs
1GB
2GB
1GB
4 DIMMs
2GB
2GB
1GB
1GB
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Hardware Setup
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB3
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMA3
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB3
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMA3
5 DIMMs
6 DIMMs
2GB
2GB
1GB
2GB
1GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
1GB
1GB
Installing Memory Modules
1. Locate the DIMM slots on the mainboard. Flip open the retaining clip at each side
of the DIMM slot.
2. Align the notch on the DIMM with the key on the slot. Insert the DIMM vertically into
the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the DIMM is deeply inserted
in the DIMM slot. The retaining clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically
close if the DIMM is properly seated.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the DIMM is properly inserted in the
DIMM slot.
3. Manually check if the DIMM has been locked in place by the retaining clips at the
sides.
4. Follow the same procedures to install more DIMMs if necessary.
Volt
Notch
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Power Supply
System Power Connector: JPWR1
This connector allows you to connect to an SSI power supply. To connect to the SSI
power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper
orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the
connector.
12V CPU Power Connector: JPWR2
This connector provides 12V power output to the CPUs.
JPWR2
8 5
4
JPWR2 Pin Definition
1
PIN SIGNAL
5 +12V
6 +12V
7 +12V
8 +12V
24
12
JPWR1 Pin Definition
PIN SIGNAL
1 +3.3V
2 +3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 PWR OK
9 5VSB
10 +12V
11 +12V
12 +3.3V
JPWR1
PIN SIGNAL
13 +3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS-ON#
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 Res
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V
24 GND
13
1
PIN SIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
Important
1. Make sure that all power connectors are connected to proper power supplies
to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 600 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
3. SSI 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
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Back Panel I/O
Mouse
Hardware Setup
Keyboard
Serial PortUSB Ports VGA Port
LAN Jacks
Mouse/Keyboard
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or
other USB-compatible devices.
Serial Port
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/ receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to the
connector.
VGA Port
The DE-15 female connector is provided for monitor.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
Link/Active Indicator
RJ-45 LAN Jack
LED Color LED State Condition
Off LAN link is not established.
Left Orange On (steady state) LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
Green Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Right On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Orange On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Mode Indicator
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Connector
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or 2.88MB floppy disk drive.
FDD1
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE
device’s documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting
instructions.
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Hardware Setup
Serial Attached SCSI Connector: SAS_1 ~ SAS_4
The SAS connector is a new generation serial communication protocol for devices
designed to allow for much higher speed data transfers. It supports data transfer
speeds up to 3 Gbit/s. SAS uses serial communication instead of the parallel method
found in traditional SCSI devices but still uses SCSI commands for interacting with
SAS devices. Each SAS connector can connect to 1 disk drive.
Serial ATA Connector: SATA1 ~ SATA6
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device.
SAS_2
SAS_1
SAS_3
SAS_4
SATA2
SATA4
SATA6
SATA1
SATA3
SATA5
Important
Please do not fold the SATA/SAS accessory cable into 90-degree angle.
Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission.
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Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JINT1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
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JINT1
Fan Power Connector: CPU_FAN1 / 2, SYS_FAN1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should
be connected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset onboard, you must use a
specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
CONTROL
SENSOR
+12V
GND
CPU_FAN1/2
SENSOR
+12V
GND
SYS_FAN1/2/3/4/5
Important
1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website
or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
2.Users are suggested to enter the BIOS Setup Utility to set up the Smart Fan
Control function.
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