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SUPER
X6DVA-4G2
X6DVA-EG2
USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.0b
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Manual Revision 1.0b
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Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable
PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 motherboard. The
supports a single or dual Intel
of 800 MHz . Based upon the Intel Xeon EM64T processor, the X6DVA-
4G2/X6DVA-EG2 supports the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, EM64T, and the
Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology, and is ideal for high performance server
environments. Please refer to the motherboard specifi cations pages on our web
site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/) for updates on supported processors.
This product is intended to be professionally installed.
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Xeon 64-bit processors at a front side bus speed
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifications and performance of the
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 mainboard and provides detailed information about the
chipset.
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2
Preface
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when
installing the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into
the system.
If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes troubleshoot-
ing procedures for the video, the memory and the system setup stored in the
CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on
running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS POST Messages.
Appendix B lists BIOS POST Codes.
Appendix C lists Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in this Manual
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation
and to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself:
Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent catastrophic
system failure or to avoid bodily injury.
Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation
or to prevent damage to the components.
Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or to ensure
correct system setup.
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Table of Contents
Preface
About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii
Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii
Conventions Used in this Manual .............................................................................. iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
Checklist ................................................................................................... 1-1
Contacting Supermicro ............................................................................. 1-2
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 Image ............................................... 1-3
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 Layout .............................................. 1-4
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 Quick Reference .............................. 1-5
Motherboard Features ................................................................................ 1-6
Intel E7320 Chipset: System Block Diagram ........................................... 1-8
1-2 Chipset Overview ........................................................................................... 1-9
1-3 Special Features ........................................................................................... 1-10
Recovery from AC Power Loss .............................................................. 1-10
1-4 PC Health Monitoring ................................................................................... 1-10
1-5 ACPI Features .............................................................................................. 1-11
1-6 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 1-12
1-7 Super I/O ........................................................................................................ 1-13
Chapter 2: Installation
2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ................................................................................. 2-1
Precautions ................................................................................................ 2-1
Unpacking ................................................................................................ 2-1
2-2 PGA Processor and Heatsink Installation ...................................................... 2-2
2-3 Installing DIMMs ............................................................................................. 2-5
2-4 I/O Ports/Control Panel Connectors ............................................................... 2-6
2-5 Connecting Cables ........................................................................................... 2-8
ATX Power Connector ............................................................................ 2-8
Processor Power Connector ................................................................... 2-8
NMI Button ............................................................................................... 2-9
Power LED ............................................................................................... 2-9
HDD LED .............................................................................................. 2-10
NIC1/NIC2 LED ..................................................................................... 2-10
Overheat/Fan Fail LED ......................................................................... 2-11
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Power Fail LED .........................................................................................2-11
Reset Button ......................................................................................... 2-12
Power Button .......................................................................................... 2-12
Chassis Intrusion .................................................................................... 2-13
Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1) ................................................................ 2-13
Wake-On-LAN .......................................................................................... 2-14
Wake-On-Ring .......................................................................................... 2-14
Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 2-15
GLAN (Ethernet Port) ............................................................................... 2-15
ATX PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Ports ..................................................... 2-16
Fan Headers .......................................................................................... 2-16
VGA Enable .............................................................................................. 2-17
Power Fault .............................................................................................. 2-17
SMB Power Connector ............................................................................. 2-18
Power LED/Speaker/Keylock Header .................................................... 2-18
2-6 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 2-19
Explanation of Jumpers ......................................................................... 2-19
GLAN Enable/Disable ............................................................................ 2-19
Clear CMOS ............................................................................................. 2-20
Watch Dog ................................................................................................ 2-20
VGA Enable/Disable ................................................................................. 2-21
SMB Data/SMB Clock to PCI ................................................................... 2-21
SCSI Controller Enable/Disable ............................................................... 2-22
SCSI Termination Enable/Disable ............................................................ 2-22
Power Force-On ....................................................................................... 2-23
Alarm Reset .............................................................................................. 2-23
2-7 Onboard Indicators ....................................................................................... 2-24
GLAN LEDs .............................................................................................. 2-24
System LED ............................................................................................. 2-24
Onboard LEDs .......................................................................................... 2-25
2-8 Parallel Port, Floppy, IPMI, /Hard Disk Drive and SCSI Connections ......... 2-26
Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 2-26
Floppy Connector .................................................................................... 2-27
IDE Connectors ....................................................................................... 2-27
Ultra 320 SCSI Connectors ..................................................................... 2-28
IPMI 2.0 Socket ....................................................................................... 2-28
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures ........................................................................... 3-1
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Before Power On ....................................................................................... 3-1
No Power ................................................................................................... 3-1
No Video .................................................................................................. 3-1
Losing the System’s Setup Confi guration ................................................ 3-1
Memory Errors ........................................................................................... 3-2
3-2 Technical Support Procedures ....................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................................... 3-3
3-4 Returning Merchandise for Service ................................................................. 3-3
Chapter 4: BIOS
4-1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Main Setup ...................................................................................................... 4-2
4-3 Advanced Setup ............................................................................................... 4-3
4-4 Boot Setup ...................................................................................................... 4-16
4-5 Security Setup ............................................................................................... 4-19
4-6 Exit .................................................................................................................. 4-20
Appendices:
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes ........................................................................A-1
Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes .............................................................B-1
Appendix C: Installing Software Drivers and the Operating System .........................C-1
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
Checklist
Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged
leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention
to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance.
Check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard. If
anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. All included in
the Retail Box.
One (1) Supermicro Mainboard
One (1) ribbon cable for IDE devices (CBL-036)
One (1) fl oppy ribbon cable (CBL-022)
One (1) 9-pin serial port DTK cable (CBL-010)
One (1) SATA cable (CBL-044)
One (1) SCSI Cable (CBL-034-U320) (*X6DVA- 4G2 only)
One (1) CPU mounting plate (SKT-0159)
Two (2) CPU retention brackets-(*Pre-installed) (SKT-0158)
One (1) I/O backpanel shield (CSE-PT7)
One (1) Supermicro CD containing drivers and utilities (CDR-x6)
One (1) User's/BIOS Manual
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Contacting Super Micro
Headquarters
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000
Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008
Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information)
support@supermicro.com (Technical Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: +31 (0) 73-6400390
Fax: +31 (0) 73-6416525
Email: sales@supermicro.nl (General Information)
support@supermicro.nl (Technical Support)
rma@supermicro.nl (Customer Support)
Asia-Pacifi c
Address: Super Micro, Taiwan
4F, No. 232-1 Liancheng Road
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886-(2) 8226-3990
Fax: +886-(2) 8226-3991
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: support@supermicro.com.tw
Tel: 886-2-8228-1366, ext.132 or 139
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Figure 1-1. X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 Image
Note: The drawings and pictures shown in this manual were based on the
latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The
motherboard you’ve received may or may not look exactly the same as the
graphics shown in the manual.
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Figure 1-2. SUPER X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 Motherboard Layout
(not drawn to scale)
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
J2
J3
JPR1
24-Pin
DS1
ATX PWR
JPF
DIMM 1B
PW1
DIMM 1A
J4
VGA
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
J5
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
JWOR
S
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
PXH
Battery
UPER X6DVA-4G2
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
JWOL
JPG1
Floppy
Important Notes to the User
JPA1
J24
8-pin
PWR
North Bridge
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SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
MCH
E7320
DS3
SCSI
PW3
PW2
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS2
DS5
DS9
DS7
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
FP CTRL
JF1
IDE 1
J44
• All images and graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB
Revision available at the time of publishing of this manual. The motherboard
you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown
in this manual.
• See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 front panel
connections.
• " " indicates the location of "Pin 1".
• SCSI is available on the X6DVA-4G2 only.
• When the LE1 LED is on, the 5V Standby PWR is on. Maker sure to turn off
the power before installing or removing components.
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Quick Reference ( X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2)
Jumper Description Default Setting
J13/J15 PCI #1/PCI-X #5,#6 to System SMB On (Connected)
JBT1 CMOS Clear See Chapter 2
JPA1 (Note) SCSI Controller Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPA2 (Note) SCSI Channel Term. Enable Off (Enable)
JPF Power Force on Open (Disabled)
JPG1 VGA Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPL1/JPL2 LAN1/LAN 2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPR1 Power Fail Alarm Reset Open (Disabled)
JWD Watch Dog Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
Connector Description
ATX PWR (PW1) Primary 24-pin ATX PWR Connector (Required)
8-pin PWR (PW2) 12V 8-pin PWR Connector (Required)
COM1 (J4)/COM2 (J5) COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connector/Header
DIMM 1A-3B (J18-J23) Memory (RAM) Slots (1A,1B, 2A,2B, 3A,3B)
DS1-DS5, DS7-DS8 Onboard LED Indicators (*See Chapter 2)
DS7/DS8:POST Code LED (*See Chpt.2 & App.A)
DS9 System LED (*See Chapter 2)
FAN 1-6 CPU/Chassis Fan Headers
GLAN 1/2 G-bit Ethernet Ports
IDE1 (J44), IDE2 (J38) IDE1/2 Hard Disk Drive Connectors
J1 VGA Connector
J2 Keyboard/Mouse
J10 Parallel (Printer) Header
J24 Floppy Disk Drive Connector
J28 SCSI Connector (Note)
J41 IPMI 2.0 Socket
JF1 Front Control Panel Connector
JF2 PWR LED (Pins1-3), Speaker (Pins 5-7)
JL1 Chassis Intrusion Header
PCI#1/PCI-E#4 Slot#1: PCI 32-bit 33MHz/Slot#4: PCI-Ex4 (@2GB/sec)
PCI#5/PCI#6(J9B1/J8B1) Slot#5: 64-bit PCI-X 100/Slot#6: 64-bit PCI-X 133 slot
PW3 Power SMB (System Management Bus)
PW4 PWR Fail LED
SATA0/1 (JS0/JS1) Serial ATA0 Header (JS0), Serial ATA1 Header (JS1)
WOL (JWOL) Wake-on-LAN Header
WOR (JWOL) Wake-on-Ring Header
USB 0/1 (J3) (Back Panel) Universal Serial Bus Ports
USB 2/3 (Front Panel) Universal Serial Bus Headers
Note: for the X6DVA-4G2 only
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CPU Latest CPU technology!
• Single or Dual Xeon 64-bit Processors at a Front Side Bus Speed of 800
MHz
• Hyper-Threading (HT), EM64T, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep (EIST) supported
Using the EM64T Feature
• Use a CPU that supports the EM64T Technology
• Install a 64-bit OS (Windows XP Professional x64 Ed, Server 2003x64 Ed.)
• Install the 64-bit drivers for all MB components, devices and add-on cards
Using the Hyper-Threading (HT) Technology
• Use a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology
• Install an OS that supports HT, including Windows XP/2003 Server and Linux
2.4x. (Under Linux, use the HT compiler to compile the code. For other operat-
ing systems, be sure to disable the HT feature in the BIOS.)
• Enable the HT feature in the BIOS (under "Advanced" Setting) before install-
ing a supported OS. (Note: visit www.Intel.com for CPU support and driver
updates.)
OS Licensing Support
• Intel 64-bit CPU supports: Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Advanced
Server, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows Server 2003
(Standard, Enterprise)
• Intel 64-bit CPU and Hyper-Threading Technology supports: Windows 2000
Advanced Server, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows Server
2003 (Standard, Enterprise)
Memory
• Six 240-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 12 GB Registered ECC DDRII 400
SDRAM required
Note: Interleaved memory: requires memory modules to be installed in pairs. See Section 2-3
for details.
Chipset
• Intel E7320 chipset with support of: MCH, PXH and 6300ESB ICH
Expansion Slots
• One PCI-E slot (*x4@2GB sec)
• Two 64-bit PCI-X slots (*One 64-bit PCI-X-133 slot, one PCI-X-100 slot)
• One 32-bit 33MHz PCI slot
BIOS
• 8 Mb AMI
®
Flash ROM
• DMI 2.1, PCI 2.2, ACPI 2.0, Plug and Play (PnP), SMBIOS 2.3
PC Health Monitoring
• Onboard voltage monitors for CPU cores, chipset voltage, Memory voltage,
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3.3V, +5V, +12V,−12V, 3.3V standby and 5V standby
• CPU/chassis temperature monitors
• Environmental temperature monitor and control via Supero Doctor III
• CPU fan auto-off in sleep mode
• CPU slow-down on temperature overheat
• CPU thermal trip support for processor protection, +5V standby alert LED
• Power-up mode control for recovery from AC power loss
• Auto-switching voltage regulator for CPU core
• System overheat LED and control
• Chassis intrusion detection
• System resource alert via Super Doctor III
• TM2 Feature
• Fan Control (Please refer to the section-"Hardware Monitoring" in the BIOS for
more information.)
• VRM Protection Feature (88
0
C, *980C, 1080C) (*Default)
ACPI Features
• Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator
• Main switch override mechanism
Onboard I/O
• LSI Logic Single Channel 53C1020 Ultra 320 SCSI (*X6DVA-4G2 only)
• One IPMI 2.0 Socket
• Two Intel 82541 PI Gigabit Ethernet controllers
• 2 EIDE Ultra DMA/100 bus master interfaces
• 1 fl oppy port interface (up to 2.88 MB)
• 1 EPP/ECP Parallel Header
• PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports
• Up to 4 USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) (2 ports/2 headers)
• 2 Intel 6300 ESB Serial ATA
• Super I/O (Winbond 83627HF), Hardware Monitoring: W83792D
• 1 Serial port/ 1 header
Other
• Internal/external modem ring-on
• Wake-on-Ring (WOR)
• Console redirection
CD/Diskette Utilities
• BIOS fl ash upgrade utility and device drivers
Dimensions
• ATX 12" x 10" (304.8 x 254 mm)
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CPU0
5
6
-
E7320 MCH
4
CPU1
2
2
2
-
COM1
Flpy/Prntr
Keyboard
Mouse
82541
82541
6300ESB
FPUSB
FPUSB
USB
USB
PCI 33MHz Slot#1
SATA
SATA
Video
SRAM
IDE
IDE
Figure 1-9. Block Diagram of the E7320 Chipset
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see the previous Motherboard Features
pages for details on the features of each motherboard.
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1-2 Chipset Overview
Built upon the functionality and the capability of the E7320 chipset, the X6DVA-
4G2/X6DVA-EG2 motherboard provides the performance and feature set required
for dual processor-based servers with confi guration options optimized for commu-
nications, presentation, storage, computation or database applications. The Intel
E7320 chipset consists of the following components: the E7320 Memory Controller
Hub (MCH), the I/O Controller Hub (6300ESB ICH), and the PCI-X Hub (PXH).
The E7320 MCH supports a single or dual 64-bit Xeon processors with Front Side
Bus speeds of up to 800 MHz. Its memory controller provides direct connection
to two channels of registered DDRII 400 with a marched system bus address and
data bandwidths of up to 6.4GB/s. The E7320 also supports the new PCI Express
high speed serial I/O interface for superior I/O bandwidth. The MCH provides
confi gurable x8 PCI Express interfaces which may alternatively be confi gured as
two independent x4 PCI Express interfaces. These interfaces support connection
of the MCH to a variety of other bridges that are compliant with the PCI Express
Interface Specifi cation, Rev. 1.0a. The MCH interfaces with the 6300ESB I/O
Controller Hub (6300ESB ICH) via Hub Interface. The PCI- Bus provides con-
nection between a PCI Express interface and two independent PCI bus interfaces
that can be confi gured for standard PCI 2.3 protocol, as well as the enhanced
high-frequency PCI-X protocol. The PXH can be confi gured to support for 32- or
64-bit PCI devices running at 33 MHz, 66 MHz, 100 MHz, and 133 MHz.
6300ESB ICH System Features
In addition to providing the I/O subsystem with access to the rest of the system, the
6300ESB I/O Controller Hub (6300ESB ICH) integrates many I/O functions.
The 6300ESB integrates: 2-channel Ultra ATA/100 Bus Master IDE Controller,
two Serial ATA (SATA) Host Controllers, SMBus 2.0 Controller, LPC/Flash BIOS
Interface, PCI-X (66MHz) 1.0 Interface, PCI 2.2 Interface and System Manage-
ment Controller.
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1-3 Special Features
Recovery from AC Power Loss
BIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond when
AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the sys-
tem to remain powered off (in which case you must hit the power switch to turn it
back on) or for it to automatically return to a power- on state. See the Power Lost
Control setting in the Advanced BIOS Setup section to change this setting. The
default setting is Last State.
1-4 PC Health Monitoring
This section describes the PC health monitoring features of the SUPER X6DVA-
4G2/X6DVA-EG2. All have an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that sup-
ports PC health monitoring.
Onboard Voltage Monitors for the CPU Cores, Chipset Voltage,
Memory Voltage, +3.3V, + 5V, +12V, -12V, +3.3V Standby, and
+5V Standby
An onboard voltage monitor will scan these voltages continuously. Once a voltage
becomes unstable, a warning is given or an error message is sent to the screen.
Users can adjust the voltage thresholds (in Supero Doctor III) to defi ne the sen-
sitivity of the voltage monitor.
Fan Status Monitor with Fan Speed Control
The PC health monitor can check the RPM status of the cooling fans. The onboard
CPU and chassis fans are controlled by Thermal Management via the BIOS.
Environmental Temperature Control
The thermal control sensor monitors the CPU temperature in real time and will
turn on the thermal control fan whenever the CPU temperature reaches a user-
defi ned threshold. The overheat circuitry runs independently from the CPU. It can
continue to monitor for overheat conditions even when the CPU is in sleep mode.
Once it detects that the CPU temperature is too high, it will automatically turn on
the thermal control fan to prevent any overheat damage to the CPU. The onboard
chassis thermal circuitry can monitor the overall system temperature and alert
users when the chassis temperature is too high.
CPU Overheat LED and Control
This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat warning function
in the BIOS. This allows the user to defi ne an overheat temperature.
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TM2/CPU VRM Overheat
When the CPU reaches 700 C and above (Overheat), the CPU will slow down and
CPU Voltage will decrease to reduce CPU power consumption. When CPU tem-
perature reaches 78
0
C (*Default) and above, the system will go into the throttling
state. The Overheat LED and the Alarm Buzzer will be turned on. The CPU slows
down as well. To resume the CPU speed, go to the Health Monitor Setting in the
BIOS and reset CPU Overheat Temperature.
VRM Protection
When the CPU VRM temperature reaches the threshold preset by the user in the
BIOS, the system will go into the TM2 Mode. The CPU will slow down, the VRM
current will drop to prevent the VRM from overheat. (The settings are: 88
0
108
C.) (*Default)
0
C, *980C,
Auto-Switching Voltage Regulator for the CPU Core
The auto-switching voltage regulator for the CPU core can support up to 20A cur-
rent. This will allow the regulator to run cooler and thus make the system more
stable.
1-5 ACPI Features
ACPI stands for Advanced Confi guration and Power Interface. The ACPI specifi ca-
tion defi nes a fl exible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard
way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including
its hardware, operating system and application software. This enables the system
to automatically turn on and off peripherals such as CD-ROMs, network cards, hard
disk drives and printers. This also includes consumer devices connected to the PC
such as VCRs, TVs, telephones and stereos.
In addition to enabling operating system-directed power management, ACPI
provides a generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play and an operating
system-independent interface for confi guration control. ACPI leverages the Plug
and Play BIOS data structures while providing a processor architecture-independent
implementation that is compatible with the Windows XP, Windows 2003, Windows
Server 2003 operating systems.
Slow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator
When the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start blinking
to indicate that the CPU is in suspend mode. When the user presses any key, the
CPU will wake-up and the LED will automatically stop blinking and remain on.
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Main Switch Override Mechanism
When an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system
suspend button to make the system enter a SoftOff state. The monitor will be
suspended and the hard drive will spin down. Pressing the power button again
will cause the whole system to wake-up. During the SoftOff state, the ATX power
supply provides power to keep the required circuitry in the system alive. In case
the system malfunctions and you want to turn off the power, just press and hold
the power button for 4 seconds. This option can be set in the Power section of
the BIOS Setup routine.
External Modem Ring-On (WOR)
Wake-up events can be triggered by a device such as the external modem ringing
when the system is in the SoftOff state. Note that external modem ring-on can
only be used with an ATX 2.01 (or above) compliant power supply.
Wake-On-LAN (WOL)
Wake-On-LAN is defi ned as the ability of a management application to remotely
power up a computer that is powered off. Remote PC setup, up-dates and asset
tracking can occur after hours and on weekends so that daily LAN traffi c is kept
to a minimum and users are not interrupted. The motherboard has a 3-pin header
(WOL) to connect to the 3-pin header on a Network Interface Card (NIC) that has
WOL capability. In addition, an onboard LAN controller can also support WOL
without any connection to the WOL header. The 3-pin WOL header is to be used
with a LAN add-on card only.
Note: Wake-On-LAN requires an ATX 2.01 (or above) compliant power supply.
1-6 Power Supply
As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and
reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU
clock rates.
The X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 can only accommodate ATX 24-pin power supplies.
Although most power supplies generally meet the specifi cations required by the
CPU, some are inadequate. You should use one that will supply at least 400W of
power and includes the additional +12V, 8-pin power connector. An even higher
wattage power supply is recommended for high-load confi gurations. Also your
power supply must supply 1.5A for the Ethernet ports.
Note: An additional 12V 8-pin power connector (PW2) is required to support the
Intel Xeon CPUs. Failure to provide this extra power to the CPU will cause the
system to become unstable even after a few minutes of operation. See Section
2-5 for details on connecting the power supply.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets
ATX power supply Specifi cation 2.02 or above. It must also be SSI compliant (info
at http://www.ssiforum.org/). Additionally, in areas where noisy power transmis-
sion is present, you may choose to install a line fi lter to shield the computer from
noise. It is recommended that you also install a power surge protector to help
avoid problems caused by power surges.
1-7 Super I/O
The disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a fl oppy disk drive
controller that is compatible with industry standard 82077/765, a data separator,
write pre-compensation circuitry, decode logic, data rate selection, a clock genera-
tor, drive interface control logic and interrupt and DMA logic. The wide range of
functions integrated onto the Super I/O greatly reduces the number of components
required for interfacing with fl oppy disk drives. The Super I/O supports 360 K, 720
K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M or 2.88 M disk drives and data transfer rates of 250 Kb/s, 500
Kb/s or 1 Mb/s.It also provides two high-speed, 16550 compatible serial com-
munication ports (UARTs). Each UART includes a 16-byte send/receive FIFO,
a programmable baud rate generator, complete modem control capability and a
processor interrupt system. Both UARTs provide legacy speed with baud rate of
up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed with baud rates of 250 K, 500 K,
or 1 Mb/s, which support higher speed modems.
The Super I/O supports one PC-compatible printer port (SPP), Bi-directional
Printer Port (BPP) , Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) or Extended Capabilities Port
(ECP).
The Super I/O provides functions that comply with ACPI (Advanced Confi guration
and Power Interface), which includes support of legacy and ACPI power manage-
ment through an SMI or SCI function pin. It also features auto power management
to reduce power consumption.
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Chapter 2
Installation
2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent
damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The fol-
lowing measures are generally suffi cient to protect your equipment from ESD.
Precautions
• Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
• Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic
bag.
• Handle the board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral
chips, memory modules or gold contacts.
• When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
• Put the motherboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not
in use.
• For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the motherboard.
• Use only the correct type of onboard CMOS battery as specifi ed by the
manufacturer. Do not install the onboard battery upside down to avoid possible
explosion.
Unpacking
The motherboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When
unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected.
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2-2 PGA Processor and Heatsink Installation
When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure
!
IMPORTANT:
1. Always connect the power cord last and remove it fi rst before adding, removing
or changing any hardware components.
2. You must install the Xeon mounting plate under the motherboard if your chassis
does not have CPU Heatsink matching mounting holes. However, you can mount
the heatsink directly into the chassis if your chassis has matching CPU mounting
holes.
3. Make sure that you install the motherboard into the chassis fi rst, then, install the
processor into the CPU socket, and install the CPU heatsink last.
4. Make sure that only Intel-certifi ed, multi-directional heatsinks and fans are
used.
on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the motherboard on a
conductive surface, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the
system from booting up.
Installing the CPU Mounting Plate and Retention Bracket
Place the CPU mounting plate(*) below
the pre-installed retention brackets on
the reverse side of the motherboard.
CPU Retention Bracket
(x2 for dual CPU board)
*CPU Mounting Plate
Motherboard
*CPU Mounting Plate
Mounting Holes
Xeon CPU
CPU Socket
CPU Socket
Heatsink
Mounting Holes
Heatsink
CPU Installation
1. Lift the lever on the CPU socket: lift
the lever completely as shown on the
picture on the right; otherwise, you will
damage the CPU socket when power is
applied. (Install CPU1 fi rst.)
Socket lever
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2. Insert the CPU in the socket, making sure
that pin 1 of the CPU aligns with pin 1 of
the socket (both corners are marked with a
triangle). When using only one CPU, install it
into CPU socket #1 (Socket #2 is automati-
cally disabled if only one CPU is used).
3. Press the lever down until you hear the
*click* so you can be sure that the CPU is
securely installed in the CPU socket.
Chapter 2: Installation
Pin1
Heatsink Installation
Note: Heatsinks are heavy, please handle with care.
1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the
heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount
of thermal grease has already been ap-
plied.
2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so
that the four mounting holes are aligned with
those on the retention mechanism.
3. Screw in two diagonal screws (ie the #1 and
the #2 screws) until just snug (-do not fully
tighten the screws to avoid possible damage
to the CPU.)
Socket lever
Screw#1
Screw#1
CEK Heatsink
Screw#2
4. Finish the installation by fully tightening all
four screws.
To Un-install the Heatsink
Caution! We do not recommend that the CPU
or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do
need to un-install the heatsink, please follow the
instructions below to uninstall the heatsink to
prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU
socket.
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1. Unscrew and remove the heatsink
screws from the motherboard in the se-
quence as show
the right.
2. Hold the heatsink as shown in the pic-
ture on the right and gently wriggle the
heatsink to loosen it from the CPU. (Do
not use excessive force when wriggling
the heatsink!!)
3. Once the CPU is loosened from the
heatsink, remove the heatsink from the
CPU socket.
4. Clean the surface of the CPU and
the heatsink to get rid of the old thermal
grease. Reapply the proper amount of
thermal grease on the surface before you
re-install the CPU and the heatsink.
in the second picture on
Figure 2-1. PGA604 Socket: Empty and with Processor Installed
!
Warning!
Make sure to lift the lever
completely when installing the
CPU; otherwise, damage to
the CPU might occur.
Empty socket
Lever
Triangle
Processor
(installed)
Triangle
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Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis
All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fi t different types of chassis.
Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard
and the chassis match.
2-3 Installing DIMMs
Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to
prevent any possible damage. Also Note that the memory is interleaved
to improve performance (see step1.)
DIMM Installation (See Figure 2-2)
1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with DIMM
#1A. The memory scheme is interleaved so you must install two modules at
a time, beginning with DIMM #1A, then DIMM #1B, and so on.
2. Insert each DIMM module vertically into its slot. Pay attention to the notch
along the bottom of the module to prevent inserting the DIMM module
incorrectly.
3. Gently press down on the DIMM module until it snaps into place in the slot.
Repeat for all modules (see step 1 above).
Memory Support
The X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 supports up to 12 GB of Reg. ECC DDRII 400
(PC3200) memory. Note: Due to OS limitations, some operating systems may
not support more than 4GB of memory.
Figure 2-2. Installing and Removing DIMMs
II
To I n s t a ll: Insert the module vertically and gen-
tly press it down until it snaps into place. Pay
attention to the notch at the bottom.
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To Remov e:
Use your thumbs to gently push near the edge of both ends of the
module. This should release it from the slot.
2-4 I/OPorts/Control Panel Connectors
The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specifi cation. See
Figure 2-3 below for the locations of the various I/O ports.
Figure 2-3. I/O Port Locations and Defi nitions
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Front Control Panel
JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally
located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are
designed specifi cally for use with Supermicro server chassis. See Figure 2-4 for
the descriptions of the various control panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer
to the following section for descriptions and pin defi nitions.
Figure 2-4. JF1 Header Pins
1920
Ground
Power LED
HDD LED
NIC1 LED
NIC2 LED
OH/Fan Fail LED
Power Fail LED
Ground
Ground
X
NMI
X
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Reset
Pwr
1
2
Reset Button
Power Button
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2-5 Connecting Cables
ATX Power Connector
There is a 24-pin main power supply
connector (PW1) and an optional
8-pin CPU PWR connector (PW2)
on the board. This power connector
meets the SSI EPS 12V specifi cation.
See the table on the right for pin defi -
nitions. For CPU PWR (PW2), please
refer to the item listed below.
Processor Power
Connector
In addition to the Primary ATX power
connector (above), the 12v 8-pin
Processor connector at PW2 must
also be connected to your power
supply. See the table on the right for
pin defi nitions.
ATX Power 24-pin Connector
Pin Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V
14 -12V 2 +3.3V
15 COM 3 COM
16 PS_ON 4 +5V
17 COM 5 COM
18 COM 6 +5V
19 COM 7 COM
20 Res (NC) 8 PWR_OK
21 +5V 9 5VSB
22 +5V 10 +12V
23 +5V 11 +12V
24 COM 12 +3.3V
Secondary Power
Connector
Pin Defi nitions (PW2)
Pins Defi nition
1 through 4 Ground
5 through 8 +12V
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
ATX P W R
24-Pin
J2
JPR1
J3
J4
J1
GLAN
CTLR
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
IE#4
PC
VGA
CTLR
JWOR
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
J15
J13
Floppy
8-pin PWR
PW1
1A
Battery
IX#6 (PCIX-1
PC
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
JPA1
JWOL
J24
8-pin
PWR
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
PW3
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
33MHz)
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS7
DS2
DS5
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
J44
JF1
IDE 1
FP CTRL
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NMI Button
The non-maskable interrupt button
header is located on pins 19 and 20
of JF1. Refer to the table on the right
for pin defi nitions.
Power LED
The Power LED connection is located
on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the
table on the right for pin defi nitions.
NMI Button
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
19 Control
20 Ground
Power LED
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
15 +5V
16 Ground
K
Mouse
USB0/1
COM
VG
B/
GLAN1
COM
J4
GLAN2
Fan6
24-Pin
G
CTLR
JPL2
Printer
JPR1
LAN
ATX PW
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
GLAN
CTLR
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
IE#4
PC
VGA
TLR
C
OR
JW
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 32-
Floppy
J10
J2
J3
1
A
J1
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
2
J5
8-pin
R
PWR
PW1
Battery
North Bridge
®
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JPA1
SCSI (LSI
20)
53C
JWOL
Hz)
bit 33M
J17
J24
C
M
E7320
D
SCSI
PW2
H
3
S
4
PW3
PW
Fan1
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
DS4
CPU 1
Ground
X
2
PU
C
Power LED
HDD LED
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
USB2/3
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
D
JW
J41
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
Bridge
h
Sout
JL1
SATA0
J28
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
JS0
IDE 2
NIC1 LED
NIC2 LED
OH/Fan Fail LED
Power Fail LED
Ground
Ground
2
NMIPWR LED
1920
NMI
X
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Reset
Reset Button
Power Button
Pwr
1
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HDD LED
The HDD LED connection is located
on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the
hard drive LED cable here to display
disk activity (for any hard drives on
the system, including SCSI, Serial
ATA and IDE). See the table on the
right for pin defi nitions.
NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators
The NIC (Network Interface Control-
ler) LED connections for the GLAN
port1 is located on pins 11 and 12
of JF1, and for the GLAN port2 is
located on pins 9 and 10 of JF1. At-
tach the NIC LED cables to display
network activity. Refer to the tables
on the right for pin defi nitions.
HDD LED
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
13 +5V
14 HD Active
GLAN1/2 LED
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
9/10 Vcc
11/12 Ground
8-pin
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VG
J4
A
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
J2
J3
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
J5
JPR1
LAN
G
CTLR
Printer
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
JWOR
24-Pin
R
ATX PW
PW1
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4
S
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
J8B1
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
JPG
Floppy
O
JW
1
PW3
PWR
PW2
J18
H
C
M
E7320
North Bridge
®
1
A
JP
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
L
J24
JF2
Speaker
3
DS
J17
SCSI
HDD LEDNIC1/NIC2 LED
4
PW
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
C
CPU 1
PU
2
Ground
X
Power LED
HDD LED
NIC1 LED
NIC2 LED
G2
JPA2
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
D
JW
J41
IPMI
SB
300E
6
ICH
Bridg
South
JL1
SA
J28
JBT1
0
SATA1
TA
JS
JS0
IDE 2
DS9
USB2/3
e
1
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
OH/Fan Fail LED
Power Fail LED
Ground
Ground
1920
NMI
X
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Reset
Reset Button
Power Button
Pwr
1
2
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Overheat/Fan Fail LED
Connect an LED to the OH/Fan Fail
LED connection on pins 7 and 8 of
JF1 to provide advanced warning of
chassis overheating and fan failure.
Refer to the table on the right for pin
defi nitions.
Power Fail LED
The Power Fail LED connection is
located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Re-
fer to the table on the right for pin
defi nitions.
OH/Fan Fail LED
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
7 Vcc
8 Ground
PWR Fail LED
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
5 Vcc
6 Ground
OH/Fan Fail Indicator
Status
State Defi nition
Off Normal
On Overheat
Flash-
Fan Fail
ing
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VG
GLAN1
COM
J4
GLAN2
Fan6
24-Pin
G
CTLR
JPL2
Printer
JPR1
LA
S
ATX PW
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
GLAN
CTLR
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
JPL1
J8B1
N
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
TLR
C
OR
JW
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 32-
Floppy
J10
J2
J3
A
J1
Fan5
BIO
SI/O
2
J5
8-pin
R
PWR
PW1
Battery
North Bridge
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MH
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JPA1
SCSI (LSI
20)
53C
OL
JW
Hz)
bit 33M
J17
J24
C
M
E7320
D
SCSI
PW2
H
z)
3
S
4
PW3
PW
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
C
CPU 1
PU
Ground
X
2
Power LED
HDD LED
NIC1 LED
NIC2 LED
OH/Fan Fail LED
Power Fail LED
Ground
Ground
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
Fan2
Fan3
2
DS
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
USB2/3
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
D
JW
J41
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
Bridge
h
Sout
JL1
SATA0
J28
JBT1
1
TA
SA
JS1
JS0
IDE 2
OH/Fan Fail LEDPWR Fail LED
1920
NMI
X
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Reset
Reset Button
Power Button
Pwr
1
2
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Reset Button
The Reset Button connection is lo-
cated on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach
it to the hardware reset switch on the
chassis. Refer to the table on the
right for pin defi nitions.
Power Button
The Power Button connection is
located at pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Mo-
mentarily contacting both pins will
power on/off the system. To turn
off the power when set to suspend
mode, press the button for at least
4 seconds. Refer to the table on the
right for pin defi nitions.
Reset Button
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
3 Reset
4 Ground
Power Button
Pin Defi nitions (JF1)
Pin# Defi nition
1 Signal
2 +3V Standby
8-pin
JPA1
Hz)
®
SCSI (LSI
53C
J24
PWR
20)
J17
PW3
PW2
H
C
M
E7320
North Bridge
z)
3
S
D
SCSI
Speaker
KB/
M
USB0/1
COM1
VG
COM
ouse
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
24-Pin
R
ATX PW
J2
JPR1
J3
J4
A
J1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
N
LA
G
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
S
BIO
SI/O
OR
JW
Printer
2
J5
PW1
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
IX#6 (PCIX-133MH
PC
J8B1
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
TLR
C
OL
JW
JPG1
bit 33M
PCI #1(PCI 32-
Floppy
J10
4
PW
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
JPA2
JL1
SATA0
J28
CPU 1
2
PU
C
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
D
JW
J41
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
Bridge
h
Sout
JBT1
1
TA
SA
JS0
IDE 2
DS9
USB2/3
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
JS1
J44
Fan4
J38
PWR Button
Ground
Power LED
HDD LED
NIC1 LED
NIC2 LED
OH/Fan Fail LED
Power Fail LED
X
Ground
Ground
Reset
1920
NMI
X
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Reset
Reset Button
Power Button
Pwr
1
2
2-12
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Chassis Intrusion
A Chassis Intrusion header is located
at JL1. Attach the appropriate cable
to inform you of a chassis intrusion.
Chapter 2: Installation
Chassis Intrusion
Pin Defi nitions (JL1)
Pin# Defi nition
1 Intrusion Input
2 Ground
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
There are two Universal Serial Bus
ports (USB 0/1) located on the I/O
panel and additional two USB ports
(USB 2/3) on the motherboard.
These two USB (USB 2/3) ports can
be used to provide front side chassis
access (cables not included). See the
tables on the right for pin defi nitions.
USB 0/1
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
J4
J1
Fan6
24-Pin
J2
JPR1
J3
DS1
ATX PWR
JPF
PW1
PWR
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
JPL1
JWOR
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-E
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 3
Flopp
J10
®
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JPA1
xp.)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
2-bit 33MHz)
J17
y
J24
GLAN
CTLR
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Chassis Intrusion
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA
J41
0
JS0
Universal Serial Bus
Pin Defi nitions
USB 0/1
Pin # Defi nition
1 +5V 1 +5V
2 PO- 2 PO-
3 PO+ 3 PO+
4 Ground 4 Ground
5 N/A 5 Key
CPU 1
CPU 2
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS9
USB 2/3
IDE 1
DS7
J44
Fan4
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
(FP) USB 2/3
Pin # Defi nition
2-13
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X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 User's Manual
Wake-On-LAN
The Wake-On-LAN header is des-
ignated JWOL on the motherboard.
See the table on the right for pin
definitions. You must enable the
LAN Wake-Up setting in the BIOS
to use this function. (You must also
have a LAN card with a Wake-On-
LAN connector and cable to use this
feature.)
Wake-On-Ring
The Wake-On-Ring header is des-
ignated JWOR. This function allows
your computer to receive and "to be
awakened" by an incoming call to
the modem when in suspend state.
See the table on the right for pin
defi nitions. You must have a Wake-
On-Ring card and cable to use this
feature.
Wake-On-LAN
Pin Defi nitions
(JWOL)
Pin# Defi nition
1 +5V Standby
2 Ground
3 Wake-up
Wake-On-Ring
Pin Defi nitions
(JWOR)
Pin# Defi nition
1 Ground (Black)
2 Wake-up
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
8-pin
PW3
24-Pin
JPL1
JWOR
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(PCI 3
J10
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-E
JPG1
2-bit 33MHz)
y
Flopp
WOR
J2
JPR1
J3
J4
J1
GLAN
CTLR
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
WOL
PW1
xp.)
JWOL
JPA1
J24
PWR
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
JL1
SATA
Fan1
DS4
J41
0
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS7
DS2
DS5
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
J44
FP CTRL
IDE 1
2-14
Page 35
Chapter 2: Installation
Serial Ports
There are a Serial Port-COM1 (J4)
and one Serial Header-COM2 (J5) on
the X6DVA-4G2/EG2. See the table
on the right for pin defi nitions.
GLAN (Giga-bit Ethernet)
Ports
A G-bit Ethernet port (designated
JLAN1/JLAN2) is located beside the
VGA port on the IO backplane. This
port accepts RJF1 type cables.
Serial Port Pin Defi nitions
(COM1/COM2)
Pin # Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
1 CD 6 DSR
2RD 7RTS
3TD 8CTS
4DTR 9 RI
5 Ground 10 NC
Note: Pin 10 is included on the header but not on
the port. NC indicates no connection.
COM1
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
8-pin
PW3
MCH
E7320
DS3
SCSI
PW2
Bridge
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS2
DS5
DS7
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
J44
FP CTRL
IDE 1
24-Pin
ATX PWR
J2
JPR1
J3
DS1
JPF
PW1
PWR
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
J5
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(P
J10
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
JWOL
JPG1
CI 32-bit 33MHz)
Floppy
JPA1
J24
North
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
2-15
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X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 User's Manual
ATX PS/ 2 Key b oard and
PS/2 Mouse Ports
The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2
mouse are located at J2. See the
table at right for pin defi nitions. (See
Figure 2-3 for the locations of these
ports.)
Fan Headers
There are six fan headers (Fan 1 to
Fan 6) on the X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-
EG2. See the table on the right for
pin definitions. Note: These fan
headers are 4-pin fans. Pins 1-3 of
the fan headers are backward com-
patible with the traditional 3-pin fans.)
Please refer to "Health Monitoring" in
the BIOS Advanced Setting for fan
speed control settings.
PS/2 Keyboard and
Mouse Port Pin
Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition
1 Data
2NC
3 Ground
4 VCC
5 Clock
6NC
Fan Header
Pin Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition
1 Ground (Black)
2 +12V (Red)
3 Tachometer
4 PWM_Control
Keyboard/Mouse
Fan6
Fan5
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
J2
J3
BIOS
SI/O
J5
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
Printer
JPR1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
JWOR
24-Pin
DS1
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
PCI #1(P
J10
ATX PWR
JPF
PW1
8-pin
PWR
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
VGA
CTLR
JWOL
JPG1
CI 32-bit 33MHz)
Floppy
JPA1
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
J24
MCH
E7320
North
DS3
SCSI
PW3
PW2
Bridge
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
JL1
SATA0
Fan1
DS4
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS2
DS5
DS9
DS7
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
J44
Fan2
Fan3
FP CTRL
IDE 1
Fan4
2-16
Page 37
VGA Connector
A VGA connector (J1) is located next
to the GLAN1 on the IO backplane.
Refer to the board layout below for
the location.
Power Fault
Connect a cable from your power
supply to the PW4 header to provide
warning of power supply failure. This
warning signal is passed through the
PWR_LED pin to indicate of a power
failure on the chassis. See the table
on the right for pin defi nitions.
Chapter 2: Installation
PWR Fail
Pin Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition
1 PWR 1 Fail Signal
2 PWR 2 Fail Signal
3 PWR 3 Fail Signal
4 PWR 4 Fail Signal
Note: This feature is only available when using
redundant Supermicro power supplies.
VGA
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
PWR Fault
8-pin
PW3
E7320
DS3
SCSI
PW2
Bridge
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS2
DS5
DS7
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
J44
FP CTRL
IDE 1
24-Pin
ATX PWR
J2
JPR1
J3
DS1
JPF
PW1
PWR
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
J5
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(P
J10
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
JWOL
JPG1
CI 32-bit 33MHz)
Floppy
JPA1
J24
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
MCH
North
2-17
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X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 User's Manual
SMB Power (I
2
C)
Connector
I2 C Connector (PW3), located next
to the ATX 24-pin PWR Connector,
monitors the PWR Supply, onboard
fans and system temperatures.
Speaker/Power LED/
Keylock
On the JF2 header, pins 1/3/5/7 are
for the Speaker, and Pins 2/4/6 are
for the Power LED and pins 8/10
are for the Keylock. See the table
on the right for speaker pin defi ni-
tions. Note: The speaker connector
pins are to be used with an external
speaker. If you wish to use the on-
board speaker, you need to close pins
5-7 with a jumper.
PWR SMB
Pin Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition
1 Clock
2 Data
3N/A
4N/A
5N/A
Pin Locations
1
3
5
7
9
Speaker Connection
Pin Defi nitions
1 Red Wire, Speaker Data
3 No Connection
5Key
7 Speaker Data
PWR LED/Keylock Connec-
tion Pin Defi nitions
2 +Vcc
4 -Vcc
2
4
6
8
10
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
COM2
J4
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
6 -Vcc
SMB PWR
2
8-pin
PW3
24-Pin
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
JWOR
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JPG1
32-bit 33MHz)
PCI #1(PCI
Floppy
J10
J2
JPR1
J3
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
PW1
Battery
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
PCIX #5 (PC
JPA1
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
J24
PWR
IX-100 MHz)
J17
PW
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
SATA1
IDE 2
JBT1
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
JF1
DS9
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
8 Keylock
10 Keylock
FP CTRL
Speaker/PW LED/Keylock
1
IDE
2-18
Page 39
2-6 Jumper Settings
Explanation of
Jumpers
To modify the operation of the
motherboard, jumpers can be used
to choose between optional settings.
Jumpers create shorts between two
pins to change the function of the
connector. Pin 1 is identifi ed with a
square solder pad on the printed circuit
board. See the motherboard layout
pages for jumper locations.
Note: On two pin jumpers, "Closed"
means the jumper is on and "Open"
means the jumper is off the pins.
Connector
Pins
Jumper
Cap
Setting
Chapter 2: Installation
3 2 1
3 2 1
Pin 1-2 short
LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable
JPL1 and JPL2 enable or disable the
GLAN ports: LAN1 (JPL1), and LAN2
(JPL2) on the motherboard. See the
table on the right for jumper settings.
The default setting is enabled.
LAN1 Enable
LAN2 Enable
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
J4
J1
Fan6
24-Pin
GLAN
CTLR
JWOR
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JPG1
32
PCI #1(PCI
Floppy
J10
J2
JPR1
J3
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
PW1
Battery
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
IX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
PC
JPA1
)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
-bit 33MHz)
J24
PWR
J17
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
IDE 2
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
GLAN Enable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Pins 1-2 Enabled
Pins 2-3 Disabled
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
2-19
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X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 User's Manual
CMOS Clear
JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact
pads to prevent the accidental clearing of CMOS. To clear CMOS, use a metal
object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short
the connection. Always remove the AC power cord from the system before clear-
ing CMOS. Note: For an ATX power supply, you must completely shut down the
system, remove the AC power cord and then short JBT1 to clear CMOS. Do not
use the PW_ON connector to clear CMOS.
Watch Dog
JWD controls Watch Dog, a system
monitor that takes action when a soft-
ware application hangs. Close Pins 1-2
to reset the system if a program hangs.
Close Pins 2-3 to generate a non-
maskable interrupt for the program
that hangs. Watch Dog must also be
enabled in the BIOS.
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
J4
J1
Fan6
24-Pin
GLAN
CTLR
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JWOR
JPG1
32-bit 33MHz)
PCI #1(PCI
Floppy
J10
J2
JPR1
J3
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
PW1
Battery
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
PCIX #5 (PC
JPA1
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
J17
J24
PWR
IX-100 MHz)
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
SATA1
IDE 2
JBT1
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
Watch Dog
Jumper Settings (JWD)
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Pins 1-2 Reset
Pins 2-3 NMI
Open Disabled
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
WD
IDE 1
Clear CMOS
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
2-20
Page 41
VGA Enable/Disable
JPG1 enables or disables the VGA
Connector on the motherboard. See
the table on the right for jumper set-
tings. The default setting is enabled.
SMB Data/SMB CLK to PCI
Chapter 2: Installation
VGA Enable/Disable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Pins 1-2 Enabled
Pins 2-3 Disabled
Jumpers J13, J15 allow you to connect
PCI Slot1/PCI-X Slot5/PCI -X Slot6
to the System Management Bus
default setting is to close pins 1-2 to
enable the connection. See the table
on the right for jumper settings.
J15
J13
VGA Enable
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
J4
J1
Fan6
24-Pin
DS1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JWOR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
ATX PWR
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.
JPG1
Floppy
J2
JPR1
J3
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
PWR
PW1
Battery
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JPA1
)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
J17
J24
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
Fan1
DS4
J41
JL1
SATA0
JS0
J28
. The
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
SMBus to PCI/PCI/Exp
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Closed Enabled
Open Disabled (*Default)
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
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X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 User's Manual
SCSI Controller Enable/
Disable (*For the X6DVA4G2 only)
Jumper JPA1 allows you to enable
or disable the SCSI Controller. The
default setting is pins 1-2 to enable all
four headers. See the table on the right
for jumper settings.
SCSI Termination Enable/
Disable (*For the X6DVA4G2 only)
Jumper JPA2 allows you to enable or
disable termination for the SCSI con-
nector. The default setting is open to
enable the termination of the SCSI
Controller. Note: In order for the SCSI
drives to function properly, please do
not change the default setting set by
the manufacturer. See the table on the
right for jumper settings.
SCSI Enable/Disable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Pins 1-2 Enabled
Pins 2-3 Disabled
SCSI Termination Enable/
Disable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Open (*Default) Enabled
Closed Disabled
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
COM2
J4
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
24-Pin
J2
JPR1
J3
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
J5
DS1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JWOR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
ATX PWR
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.
JPG1
Floppy
8-pin
PWR
PW1
Battery
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JWOL
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
JPA1
)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
SCSI
J24
PW3
PW4
PW2
DS3
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
SATA1
IDE 2
JBT1
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
SCSI Enable
IDE 1
SCSI Term. Enable
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
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Power Force-On
Jumper JPF allows you to enable or dis-
able the function of Power Force-On. If
enabled, the power will always stay on
automatically. If this function disabled,
the user needs to press the power but-
ton to power on the system.
Alarm Reset
The system will notify you in the event
of a power supply failure. This feature
assumes that Supermicro redundant
power supply units are installed in the
chassis. If you only have a single power
supply installed, you should not connect
anything to this header (JPR1) to pre-
vent false alarms. See the table on the
right for jumper settings.
Power Force-On
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Off Normal
On Force-On
Alarm Reset
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting Defi nition
Open Enabled
Closed Disabled
Alarm Reset
KB/
Mouse
J2
USB0/1
JPR1
J3
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan6
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
COM2
J5
PWR Force-On
24-Pin
ATX PWR
DS1
JPF
DIMM
1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM
3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(PCI 32
J10
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Ex
JWOL
JPG1
-bit 33MHz)
Floppy
8-pin
PWR
PW1
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
JPA1
p.)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
J24
PW3
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speake
r
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
IDE 2
JS1
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS7
DS2
DS5
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
J44
JF1
IDE 1
L
FP CTR
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2-7 Onboard Indicators
GLAN LEDs
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports (located
beside the Video port) has two LEDs.
The yellow LED indicates activity while
the other LED may be green, orange or
off to indicate the speed of the connec-
tion. See the table at right for the func-
tions associated with the second LED.
System LED (DS9)
There is a system LED (DS9) on the
m o t h e r b o a r d . D S 9 ( S y s t e m L E D ) i n d i c a t e s
the status of the system. Refer to table on
the right for information. Please refer to
Appendix A for more information.
RightLeft
Rear View
GLAN Left LED
Connection Speed Indicator
LED Color Defi nition
Off 10Mbps or No Connection
Green 100 Mbps
Amber 1 Gbps
GLAN Right LED
Connection Speed Indicator
LED Color Defi nition
Amber Flashing: 10Mbps/
100Mbps/1 Gbps
System Alert LED Indicator Pin Defi nitions
DS9 Defi nition
Green System: On, Normal
Amber System: Off, PWR Cable Connected
Red PWR or CPU Failure, CPU Overhead
GLAN LEDs
KB/
Mouse
J2
USB0/1
JPR1
J3
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan6
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
COM2
J5
24-Pin
DS1
ATX PWR
JPF
DIMM
1B
PW1
8-pin
PWR
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM
3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
J8B1
J9B1
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Ex
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 32
Floppy
J10
®
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
JPA1
p.)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
-bit 33MHz)
J17
J24
PW3
PW2
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
PW4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speake
r
JPA2
J28
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS7
DS2
DS5
DS9
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
IDE 1
J44
FP CTRL
System LED
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Chapter 2: Installation
Onboard LED Indicators
(DS1-DS5, DS7-DS8)
In addition to the LAN LEDs and
SATA LED, there are other LED indi-
cators (DS1-DS5, DS7-DS8) on the
X6DVA-4G2/EG2. DS7 and DS8 are
POST Codes LEDs. See the table on
the right for speaker pin defi nitions.
Note: Please refer to Appendix A for
DS7 and DS8 LED POST Codes.
Onboard LED Indicator Pin Defi nitions
DS# Defi nition
DS1 CPU PWR bad or CPU +12V PWR cable
must be connected
DS2 CPU1 VRM Overheat
DS3 SCSI LED
DS4 CPU2 VRM Overheat
DS5 PWR LED
DS7-8 POST LED
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
Fan6
COM2
DS1
8-pin
24-Pin
ATX PWR
J2
JPR1
J3
DS1
JPF
DIMM
PW1
1B
PWR
PW2
PW3
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM
3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
GLAN
CTLR
UPER X6DVA-4G2
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
J5
S
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
J8B1
J9B1
IE#4
PC
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
PC
PCIX #5 (PCIX-100 MHz)
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
JWOL
JPG1
Floppy
JPA1
J24
®
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
Speaker
DS3
SCSI
DS3
J18
JF2
PW4
J22
J20
J19
J23
J21
JPA2
J28
DS4
Fan1
DS4
JL1
SATA0
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
J38
DS8
DS2
DS5
DS9
DS7
DS7DS8
Fan4
Fan2
Fan3
JF1
J44
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
IDE 1
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2-8 Printer, Floppy, IPMI, HDD and SCSI Connections
Note the following when connecting the fl oppy and hard disk drive cables:
• The fl oppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires.
• A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1.
• A single fl oppy disk drive ribbon cable has two connectors to provide for two
fl oppy disk drives. The connector with twisted wires always connects to drive
A, and the connector that does not have twisted wires always connects to drive
B.
Parallel (Printer) Port
Connector
The parallel (printer) port is located
at J10. See the table on the right
for pin defi nitions.*Cable CBL-081 is
required.
2
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
J2
USB0/1
JPR1
J3
COM1
J4
VGA
J1
GLAN1
GLAN2
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan6
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
COM2
J5
Parallel Port
24-Pin
ATX PWR
PW1
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
J8B1
PCIX #5 (PC
J9B1
J15
JPA1
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JWOL
JPG1
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
y
Flopp
J10
J24
PWR
®
IX-100 MHz)
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J17
PW
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
DS3
SCSI
J18
JF2
Speaker
PW4
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
CPU 2
JWD
J41
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
2
A
JP
JL1
SATA0
J28
JBT1
SATA1
JS1
JS0
IDE 2
CPU 1
USB2/3
Parallel (Printer) Port Connector
Pin Defi nitions (J11)
Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
1 Strobe- 2 Auto Feed-
3 Data Bit 0 4 Error-
5 Data Bit 1 6 Init-
7 Data Bit 2 8 SLCT IN-
9 Data Bit 3 10 GND
11 Data Bit 4 12 GND
13 Data Bit 5 14 GND
15 Data Bit 6 16 GND
17 Data Bit 7 18 GND
19 ACK 20 GND
21 BUSY 22 Write Data
23 PE 24 Write Gate
25 SLCT 26 NC
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
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Floppy Connector
The fl oppy connector is located at
J24. See the table below for pin
defi nitions.
IDE Connectors
There are no jumpers to confi gure
the onboard IDE#1 (J44) and IDE #2
(J38). See the table on the right for
pin defi nitions.
2
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
J3
J4
J1
Fan6
J5
J2
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
Printer
24-Pin
JPR1
DS1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
J8B1
J9B1
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
JWOR
PCI #1(PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
J10
ATX PWR
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
PXH
UPER
S
J15
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
JPG1
Flopp
Floppy
PW1
Battery
®
X6DVA-4G2
PCIX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PCIX #5 (PC
JPA1
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
JWOL
y
J24
PWR
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
IX-100 MHz)
J17
SCSI
PW4
PW
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JF2
Speaker
2
A
JP
DS3
JL1
SATA0
J28
J41
JS0
JWD
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridg
SATA1
IDE 2
CPU 1
CPU 2
USB2/3
e
JBT1
JS1
IDE 2
DS8
J38
Fan2
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
J44
Fan4
IDE 1
Floppy Drive Connector
Pin Defi nitions (Floppy)
Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
1 Ground 2 FDHDIN
3 Ground 4 Reserved
5 Key 6 FDEDIN
7 Ground 8 Index
9 Ground 10 Motor Enable
11 Ground 12 Drive Select B
13 Ground 14 Drive Select B
15 Ground 16 Motor Enable
17 Ground 18 DIR
19 Ground 20 STEP
21 Ground 22 Write Data
23 Ground 24 Write Gate
25 Ground 26 Track 00
27 Ground 28 Write Protect
29 Ground 30 Read Data
31 Ground 32 Side 1 Select
33 Ground 34 Diskette
IDE Drive Connectors
Pin Defi nitions (IDE)
Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
1 Reset IDE 2 Ground
3 Host Data 7 4 Host Data 8
5 Host Data 6 6 Host Data 9
7 Host Data 5 8 Host Data 10
9 Host Data 4 10 Host Data 11
11 Host Data 3 12 Host Data 12
13 Host Data 2 14 Host Data 13
15 Host Data 1 16 Host Data 14
17 Host Data 0 18 Host Data 15
19 Ground 20 Key
21 DRQ3 22 Ground
23 I/O Write 24 Ground
25 I/O Read 26 Ground
27 IOCHRDY 28 BALE
29 DACK3 30 Ground
31 IRQ14 32 IOCS16
33 Addr1 34 Ground
35 Addr0 36 Addr2
37 Chip Select 0 38 Chip Select 1
39 Activity 40 Ground
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Ultra320 SCSI Connector
(*X6DVA-4G2 Only)
Refer to the table on the right for
the pin defi nitions of the Ultra320
SCSI connector located at J28.
IPMI 2.0 Socket
There is an IPMI 2.0 Socket on the
motherboard. Refer to the layout
below for the IPMI Socket location.
2
8-pin
PW3
KB/
Mouse
USB0/1
COM1
VGA
GLAN1
GLAN2
COM2
Fan6
24-Pin
ATX PWR
J2
JPR1
J3
J4
J1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL1
GLAN
CTLR
JPL2
Fan5
BIOS
SI/O
JWOR
Printer
J5
PW1
DS1
JPF
DIMM 1B
DIMM 1A
DIMM 2B
DIMM 2A
DIMM 3B
DIMM 3A
Battery
PXH
®
UPER X6DVA-4G2
S
IX#6 (PCIX-133MHz)
PC
J8B1
PCIX #5 (PC
J9B1
J15
JPA1
J13
(X4 PCI-Exp.)
PCIE#4
VGA
CTLR
PCI #1(
J10
JWOL
JPG1
PCI 32-bit 33MHz)
y
Flopp
SCSI (LSI
53C20)
J24
PWR
MCH
E7320
North Bridge
IX-100 MHz)
J17
SCSI
SCSI
PW4
PW
Fan1
DS4
J23
J22
J21
J20
J19
J18
JWD
J41
2
JL1
SATA0
JS0
IPMI
6300ESB
ICH
South Bridge
SATA1
IDE 2
JF2
Speaker
A
JP
DS3
J28
IPMI 2.0 Socket
JBT1
JS1
CPU 2
CPU 1
USB2/3
Ultra320 SCSI Drive Connector
Pin Defi nitions
Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition
1 +DB (12) 35 -DB (12)
2 +DB (13) 36 -DB (13)
3 +DB (14) 37 -DB (14)
4 +DB (15) 38 -DB (15)
5 +DB (P1) 39 -DB (P1)
6 +DB (0) 40 -DB (0)
7 +DB (1) 41 -DB (1)
8 +DB (2) 42 -DB (2)
9 +DB (3) 43 -DB (3)
10 +DB (4) 44 -DB (4)
11 +DB (5) 45 -DB (5)
12 +DB (6) 46 -DB (6)
13 +DB (7) 47 -DB (7)
14 +DB (P) 48 -DB (P)
15 Ground 49 Ground
16 DIFFSENS 50 Ground
17 TERMPWR 51 TERMPWR
18 TERMPWR 52 TERMPWR
19 Reserved 53 Reserved
20 Ground 54 Ground
21 +ATN 55 -ATN
22 Ground 56 Ground
23 +BSY 57 -BSY
24 +ACK 58 -ACK
25 +RST 59 -RST
26 +MSG 60 -MSG
27 +SEL 61 -SEL
28 +C/D 62 -C/D
29 +REQ 63 -REQ
30 +I/O 64 -I/O
31 +DB (8) 65 -DB (8)
32 +DB (9) 66 -DB (9)
33 +DB (10) 67 -DB (10)
Fan2
34 +DB (11) 68 -DB (11)
Fan3
DS2
DS5
FP CTRL
JF1
DS9
IDE 1
DS7
DS8
J44
Fan4
J38
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
Chapter 3
Troubleshooting
3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures
Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all
of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support
Procedures’ and/or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter.
Note: Always disconnect the power cord before adding, changing or installing
any hardware components.
Before Power On
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and chas-
sis.
2. Disconnect all ribbon/wire cables from the motherboard, including those for the
keyboard and mouse.
3. Remove all add-on cards.
4. Install one CPU (making sure it is fully seated) and connect the chassis speaker
and the power LED to the motherboard. (Check all jumper settings as well.)
No Power
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the
chassis.
2. Make sure that all jumpers are set to their default positions.
3. Make sure that the 115V/230V switch on the power supply is properly set.
4. Turn the power switch on and off to test the system.
5. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies
~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.
No Video
1. If the power is on but you have no video, remove all the add-on cards and
cables.
2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. Refer to the Appendix for
details on beep codes.
Losing the System’s Setup Confi guration
1. Make sure that you are using a high quality power supply. A poor quality power
supply may cause the system to lose the CMOS setup information. Refer to
Section 1-6 for details on recommended power supplies.
2. The battery on your motherboard may be old. Check to verify that it still supplies
~3VDC. If it does not, replace it with a new one.
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3. If the above steps do not fi x the Setup Confi guration problem, contact your
vendor for repairs.
Note
If you are a system integrator, VAR or OEM, a POST diagnostics
card is recommended. For I/O port 80h codes, refer to App. B.
Memory Errors
1. Make sure that the DIMM modules are properly and fully installed.
2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed and verify that the BIOS
setup is confi gured for the fastest speed of RAM used. It is recommended
to use the same RAM speed for all DIMMs in the system.
3. Make sure that you are using the correct type of Registered, ECC DDRII 400
SDRAM (*recommended by the manufacturer.)
4. Check for bad DIMM modules or slots by swapping a single module between
two slots and noting the results.
5. Make sure that all memory modules are fully seated in their slots. As an in-
terleaved memory scheme is used, you must install two modules at a time,
beginning with DIMM #1A, then DIMM #1B, and so on (see Section 2-3).
6. Check the position of the 115V/230V switch on the power supply.
3-2 Technical Support Procedures
Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, Note
that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro does not sell directly to end-us-
ers, so it is best to fi rst check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting
services. They should know of any possible problem(s) with the specifi c system
confi guration that was sold to you.
1. Please go through the ‘Troubleshooting Procedures’ and 'Frequently Asked
Question' (FAQ) sections in this chapter or see the FAQs on our web site
(
http://www.supermicro.com/support/faqs/) before contacting Technical
Support.
2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our web site at
com/support/bios/
).
(http://www.supermicro.
Note: Not all BIOS can be fl ashed; it depends on the modifi cations to the
boot block code.
3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when
contacting Supermicro for technical support:
• Motherboard model and PCB revision number
• BIOS release date/version (this can be seen on the initial display when your
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system fi rst boots up)
•System confi guration
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
An example of a Technical Support form is on our web site at
supermicro.com/support/contact.cfm).
4. Distributors: For immediate assistance, please have your account number ready
when placing a call to our technical support department. We can be reached
by e-mail at support@supermicro.com, by phone at:(408) 503-8000, option
2, or by fax at (408)503-8019.
(http://www.
3-3 Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What are the various types of memory that my motherboard can
support?
Answer: The X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 has six 240-pin DIMM slots that support
registered ECC DDRII 400 SDRAM modules. It is strongly recommended that you
do not mix memory modules of different speeds and sizes.
Question: How do I update my BIOS?
Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are experi-
encing no problems with your system. Updated BIOS fi les are located on our web
site at http://www.supermicro.com. Please check our BIOS warning message and
the information on how to update your BIOS on our web site. Also, check the cur-
rent BIOS revision and make sure it is newer than your BIOS before downloading.
(Note: There is no BIOS Recovery function available for the motherboard. Should
a problem occur after you fl ash the BIOS, you will need to change all six BIOS
chips.)
Question: What's on the CD that came with my motherboard?
Answer: The supplied compact disc has quite a few drivers and programs that
will greatly enhance your system. We recommend that you review the CD and
install the applications you need. Applications on the CD include chipset drivers
for Windows and security and audio drivers.
3-4 Returning Merchandise for Service
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required
before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling
your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When
returning to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed
on the outside of the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Ship-
ping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when
service is complete.
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This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in-
curred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper
maintenance of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor fi rst for any product prob-
lems.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS
Chapter 4
AMIBIOS
4-1 Introduction
This chapter describes the AMIBIOS Setup Utility for the X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-
EG2. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily
upgraded using a fl oppy disk-based program. This chapter describes the basic
navigation of the AMIBIOS Setup Utility setup screens.
Starting BIOS Setup Utility
To enter the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screens, hit the <Delete> key while the
system is booting up.
(Note: In most cases, the <Delete> key is used to invoke the AMIBIOS setup
screen. There are a few cases when other keys are used, such as <F1>, <F2>,
etc.)
Each main BIOS menu option is described in this user’s guide. The Main BIOS
setup menu screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the options
that can be confi gured. “Grayed-out” options cannot be confi gured. Options in blue
can be confi gured by the user. The right frame displays the key legend. Above the
key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is selected
in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany
it. Note: The AMIBIOS has default text messages built in. Supermicro retains the
option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages.
The AMIBIOS Setup Utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys.
Most of the AMIBIOS setup utility hot keys can be used at any time during the
setup navigation process. These keys include <F1>, <F10>, <Enter>, <ESC>, ar-
row keys, and etc. (Note: Options printed in Bold are default settings.)
How To Change the Confi guration Data
The confi guration data that determines the system parameters may be changed
by entering the AMI BIOS Setup utility. This Setup utility can be accessed by
pressing <Del> at the appropriate time during system boot.
Starting the Setup Utility
Normally, the only visible POST (Power On Self Test) routine is the memory test.
As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu
of AMIBIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup
screens. An AMIBIOS identifi cation string is displayed at the left bottom corner of
the screen, below the copyright message.
Warning!! Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the
BIOS to prevent possible boot failure.
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4-2 Main Setup
When you fi rst enter the AMIBIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup screen.
You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the
top of the screen. The Main BIOS Setup screen is shown below.
When you select the Main Setup, the following items will be automatically
displayed:
System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed:
AMIBIOS
Version
Build Date
ID
Processors
When you select this option, AMIBIOS will automatically display the status of
processors as shown below:
Typ e
Speed
Counts
System Memory
This option allows AMIBIOS to display the status of memory installed in the
system.
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System Time/System Date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or
System Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press
the <Tab> key or the arrow keys to move between fi elds. The date must be en-
tered in DAY/MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format.
The time is in 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 A.M. appears as 05:30:00, and
5:30P.M. as 17:30:00.)
4-3 Advanced Settings
The Advanced Settings screen and sub menus are listed below:
(Note:
Warning
When you fi rst enter the Advanced Setup screen, the Setup Warning will be
displayed. Please follow the instruction and set the correct value for each
item to prevent the system from malfunctioning.
CPU Confi guration Sub-Menu
Confi gure Advanced CPU Settings
This option allows the user to confi gure the Advanced CPU settings for the
processor(s) installed in the system.
Ratio CMOS Setting
This option allows the user to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and
the FSB Frequency. (Note: if an invalid ratio is entered, AMIBIOS will restore
the setting to the previous state.)
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Max CPUID Value Limit
This feature allows the user to set the maximum CPU ID value. Enable this
function to boot the legacy operating systems that cannot support processors
with extended CPUID functions. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
CPU TM Function (*Available if supported by the CPU.)
This feature allows the user to activate the thermal monitor mechanism in the
system. TM1 allows the CPU to regulate its power consumption based upon
the modulation of the CPU Internal clock when the CPU temperature reaches
a pre-defi ned overheat threshold. The options are Disabled and TM1. (Note:
Select TM2 to allow the CPU to reduce its power consumption by lowering the
CPU frequency and the CPU voltage when the CPU temperature reaches a
pre-defi ned overheat threshold. TM2 is available only when it is supported by
the CPU and under the following conditions: Frequency >=3.6GHz FSB 800,
Frequency >=2.8GHz FSB 533. Please refer to Intel's web site for detailed
information.)
Execute Disable Bit (*Available if supported by the OS and the CPU.)
Set to Enabled to enable the Execute Disable Bit to allow the processor to
classify areas in the system memory where an application code can execute
and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from creating a fl ood
of codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack.
Note: For more information regarding hardware/software support for this
function, please refer to Intel's and Microsoft's web sites.
C1E Support (*Available if supported by the CPU.)
Set to Enabled to enable "Enhanced Halt State" to lower CPU voltage/fre-
quency to prevent CPU overheat. Note: please refer to Intel’s web site for
detailed information.
Hardware Prefetcher
This feature allows the user to enable the Hardware Prefetcher function.If
"Disabled", the CPU will prefetch data at 64-bit per cache line. If Enabled, it
will fetch data at 128-bit per cache line.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
This feature allows the user to enable the function of Adjacent Cache Line
Prefetch. If disabled, only one 64 byte line from the 128 byte sector is prefetched
(which contains the requested data). If enabled, both lines are prefetched no
matter whether they have or have not the requested data.
Single Logical Processor Mode (*Available if supported by the CPU.)
Set to Enabled to allow the processor to operate in the "single core" mode,
allowing Logical Processor 0 CORE 0 to remain active only. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.
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Hyper-Threading Function
This setting allows you to Enable or Disable the function of hyper-threading.
Enabling hyper-threading results in increased CPU performance.
CPU Force PR#
If Enabled, the FORCEP# will function as an input pin. If disabled, the state
of FORCEPR# will be ignored by the CPU. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
VRM Protection Temperature
This setting allows you to set the VRM Protection Temperature. The options
are 72
0
C, 880C, 980C, and 1080C.
IDE Confi guration Sub-Menu
When you select this sub-menu, AMIBIOS automatically displays the following
items:
IDE Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure the IDE mode. The options are Disabled,
P-ATA (Parallel ATA) only, S-ATA (Serial ATA) only and P-ATA & S-ATA.
Combined Mode Operation
This feature allows the user to select the IDE Combined Mode. The options
are P-ATA 1st Channel and S-ATA 1st Channel.
S-ATA Ports Defi nition
This feature allows the user to confi gure the Serial ATA Ports. The options are
P0-Master/P1-Slave and P0-Slave/P1-Master
.
Primary IDE Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Master/Slave, Third IDE
Master/Slave, Fourth IDE Master/Slave Sub-Menu
From the Advanced Setup screen, press <Enter> to access this sub menu for
the primary, secondary, third and fourth IDE master and slave drives. Use this
screen to select options for the Primary and Secondary IDE drives. Use the up
and down arrow keys to select an item. Use the <+> and <-> keys to change the
value of the selected option.
Type
Select the type of device connected to the system. The options are Not Installed,
Auto, CDROM and ARMD.
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LBA/Large Mode
LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing data on a disk drive.
In the LBA mode, the maximum drive capacity is 137 GB. For drive capacities
over 137 GB, your system must be equipped with a 48-bit LBA mode address-
ing. If not, contact your manufacturer or install an ATA/133 IDE controller card
that supports 48-bit LBA mode. The options are Disabled and Auto.
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)
Block Mode boosts the IDE drive performance by increasing the amount of
data transferred. Only 512 bytes of data can be transferred per interrupt if Block
Mode is not used. Block Mode allows transfers of up to 64 KB per interrupt.
Select "Disabled" to allow the data to be transferred from and to the device
one sector at a time. Select "Auto" to allows the data transfer from and to the
device occur multiple sectors at a time if the device supports it. The options
are Auto and Disabled.
PIO Mode
The IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) Mode programs timing cycles between the
IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases,
the cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto
to allow AMIBIOS to automatically detect the PIO mode. Use this value if the
IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select 0 to allow AMIBIOS to use
PIO mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs. Select 1 to allow AMIBIOS
to use PIO mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 5.2 MBs. Select 2 to allow
AMIBIOS to use PIO mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MBs. Select 3
to allow AMIBIOS to use PIO mode 3. It has a data transfer rate of 11.1 MBs.
Select 4 to allow AMIBIOS to use PIO mode 4. It has a data transfer rate of
16.6 MBs. This setting generally works with all hard disk drives manufactured
after 1999. For other disk drives, such as IDE CD-ROM drives, check the
specifi cations of the drive.
DMA Mode
Select Auto to allow the BIOS to auto detect the DMA mode. Use this value if
the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select SWDMA0
BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 2.1 MBs.
Select SWDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 1. It has a
data transfer rate of 4.2 MBs. Select SWDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Single
Word DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MBs. Select MWDMA0 to
allow the BIOS to use Multi Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of
4.2 MBs. Select MWDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Multi Word DMA mode 1.
It has a data transfer rate of 13.3 MBs. Select MWDMA2 to allow the BIOS to
use Multi-Word DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 16.6 MBs. Select
UDMA0 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer
to allow the
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rate of 16.6 MBs. It has the same transfer rate as PIO mode 4 and Multi Word
DMA mode. 2. Select UDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 1. It
has a data transfer rate of 25 MBs. Select UDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use
Ultra DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 33.3 MBs. Select UDMA3 to
allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 3. It has a data transfer rate of 66.6
MBs. Select UDMA4 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 4 . It has a
data transfer rate of 100 MBs. The options are Auto, SWDMAn, MWDMAn,
and UDMAn.
S.M.A.R.T. For Hard disk drives
Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help pre-
dict impending drive failures. Select "Auto" to allow AMIBIOS to auto detect
hard disk drive support. Select "Disabled" to prevent AMIBIOS from using the
S.M.A.R.T. Select "Enabled" to allow AMIBIOS to use the S.M.A.R.T. to support
hard drive disk. The options are Disabled, Enabled, and Auto.
32Bit Data Transfer
Select "Enabled" to activate the function of 32-Bit data transfer. Select "Dis-
abled" to disable this function. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Hard Disk Write Protect
Select Enabled to enable the function of Hard Disk Write Protect to prevent data
from being written to HDD. The options are Enabled or Disabled.
IDE Detect Time Out
This feature allows the user to set the time-out value for detecting ATA, ATA PI
devices installed in the system. The options are 0 (sec), 5, Mode 1.0, 15, 20, 25,
30, and 35.
ATA(PI) 80Pin Cable Detection
This feature allows AMIBIOS to auto-detect 80Pin ATA(PI) Cable. The options are
Host & Device, Host and Device.
Floppy Confi guration
This option allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Floppy Drives installed
in the system.
Floppy A
Move the cursor to these fi elds via up and down arrow keys to select the fl oppy
type. The options are Disabled, 360 KB 5 1/4", 1.2 MB 5 1/4", 720 KB 3½", 1.44
MB 3½”, and 2.88 MB 3½".
OnBoard Floppy Controller
Select "Enabled" to enable the Onboard Floppy Controller. The options are
Disabled and Enabled.
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PCI/PnP Confi guration
This feature allows the user to set the PCI/PnP confi gurations for the following
items:
Plug & Play OS
Select Yes to allow the OS to confi gure Plug & Play devices. (*This is not required
for system boot if you system has an OS that supports Plug & Play.) Select No to
allow AMIBIOS to confi gure all devices in the system.
PCI Latency Timer
This option sets the latency of all PCI devices on the PCI bus. The default setting
is "64." Select "32" to set the PCI latency to 32 PCI clock cycles. Select "64" to
set the PCI latency to 64 PCI clock cycles. Select "96" to set the PCI latency to
96 PCI clock cycles. Select "128" to set the PCI latency to 128 PCI clock cycles.
Select "160" to set the PCI latency to 160 PCI clock cycles. Select "192" to set the
PCI latency to 192 PCI clock cycles. Select "224" to set the PCI latency to 224 PCI
clock cycles. Select "248" to set the PCI latency to 248 PCI clock cycles.
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA
Set this value to allow or restrict the system from giving the VGA adapter card an
interrupt address. The options are Yes and No.
Palette Snooping
Select Enabled to inform the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed
in the system in order for the graphics card to function properly. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.
PCI IDE BusMaster
Set this value to allow or prevent the use of PCI IDE busmastering. Select "En-
abled" to allow the BIOS to use the PCI busmaster for reading and writing to IDE
drives. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Offboard PCI/ISA IDE Card
This option allows the user to assign a PCI slot number to an off-board PCI/ISA
IDE card in order for it to function properly. The options are Auto, PCI Slot1, PCI
Slot2, PCI Slot3, PCI Slot4, PCI Slot5, and PCI Slot6.
IRQ3/IRQ4/IRQ5/IRQ7/IRQ9/IRQ10/IRQ11/IRQ14/IRQ15
This feature specifi es the availability of an IRQ to be used by a PCI, PnP device.
Select Reserved for an IRQ to be used by a Legacy ISA device. The options are
Available and Reserved.
DMA Channel 0/Channel 1/Channel 3/Channel 5/Channel 6/Channel
7
Select Available to indicate that a specifi c DMA channel is available to be used
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by a PCI/PnP device. Select Reserved if a DMA channel specifi ed is reserved
for a Legacy ISA device.
Reserved Memory Size
This feature specifi es the size of memory block to be reserved for Legacy ISA
devices. The options are Disabled, 16K, 32K, 64K.
Super IO Confi guration Sub-Menu
Serial Port1 Address
This option specifi es the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address
of Serial Port 1. Select "Disabled" to prevent the serial port from accessing any
system resources. When this option is set to Disabled, the serial port physically
becomes unavailable. Select "3F8/IRQ4" to allow the serial port to use 3F8 as its
I/O port address and IRQ 4 for the interrupt address. The options are Disabled,
3F8/IRQ4, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3.
Serial Port2 Address
This option specifi es the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address
of Serial Port 2. Select "Disabled" to prevent the serial port from accessing any
system resources. When this option is set to "Disabled", the serial port physically
becomes unavailable. Select "2F8/IRQ3" to allow the serial port to use 2F8 as its
I/O port address and IRQ 3 for the interrupt address. The options are Disabled,
2F8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4 and 2E8/IRQ3.
Parallel Port Address
This option specifi es the I/O address used by the parallel port. Select Disabled to
prevent the parallel port from accessing any system resources. When the value of
this option is set to Disabled, the printer port becomes unavailable. Select 378 to
allow the parallel port to use 378 as its I/O port address. The majority of parallel
ports on computer systems use IRQ7 and I/O Port 378H as the standard setting.
Select 278 to allow the parallel port to use 278 as its I/O port address. Select 3BC
to allow the parallel port to use 3BC as its I/O port address.
Parallel Port Mode
This feature allows the user to specify the parallel port mode. The options are
Normal, Bi-Directional, EPP and ECP.
ECP Mode DMA Channel
This feature allows the BIOS to select the ECP DMA mode for the parallel
port. The options are DMA0, DMA1 and DMA3.
Parallel Port IRQ
This feature allows the user to select the IRQ (interrupt request) for the parallel
port. The options are IRQ5 and IRQ7.
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Advanced Chipset Settings
This item allows the user to confi gure the Advanced Chipset settings.
NorthBridge Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Intel Lindenhurst
NorthBridge chipset.
Memory Remap Feature
Select Enabled to allow remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the
total physical memory. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Memory Mirroring/Sparing
This feature allows the user to enable the function of Memory Mirroring and
Sparing if memory confi guration supports this function. The options are Dis-
abled and Sparing.
SouthBridge Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Intel ICH SouthBridge
chipset.
CPU B.I.S.T. Enable
Select Enabled to enable the function of CPU Built In Self Test. The options
are Enabled and Disabled.
ICH Delayed Transaction
Select Disabled to set the South Bridge P2P Bridge Secondary Discard Timer
to 32 micro-seconds for the PCI 32-bit bus. Select Enabled to set the South
Bridge P2P Bridge Secondary Discard Timer to 4 micro-seconds for the PCI
32-bit bus.
ICH DCB
Select Enabled to activate the ICH DMA Collection Buffer to provide Type-F
DMA performance for all DMA channels, allowing the DMA controllers located
in the FPGA to move data between the CPU memory and the coprocessor. It
is ideal for systems whose CPU main memory can be directly accessed from
the FPGA.
Intel PCI-X Hub Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Intel PCI-X Hub
chipset.
PXH Channel A (SCSI & Slot 5)/Channel B (Slot 6) Bus Frequency
This feature allows the user to set the maximum PCI bus speed to be programmed.
The options are Auto, 33MHz PCI, 66MHz PCI, 66MHz PCI-X M1, 100MHz
PCI-X M1, and 133MHz PCI-X M1. The default setting is Auto.
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I/O Port decode
Select the decode range for the IO connections. The options are 4K Decode
and 1K Decode.
RAS Sticky Error Handling
This feature specifi es how Sticky RAS Errors to be handled-to be corrected or to
be left alone, uncorrected. The options are Clear Errors and Leave Errors.
VGA 16-bit Decode
Select Enabled to enable the function of decoding of VGA for the devices installed
behind the PHX. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
PCI-X Slot5 Option ROM/Slot6 Option ROM
Select Enabled to enable the function of Option ROM for PCI-X Slot5/Slot6. The
options are Enabled and Disabled.
APCI Confi guration
This item allows the user to enable or disable ACPI support for the operating
system.
ACPI Confi guration
Use this feature to confi gure additional ACPI options. Select Yes if the operating
system supports ACPI. Select No if the operating system does not support ACPI.
The options are No and Yes.
ACPI 2.0 Features
Select Yes to allow RSDP pointers to point to the 64-bit Fixed System Descrip-
tion Tables. Select No to deactivate this function. The options are Yes and
No.
ACPI APIC Support
Select Enabled to allow the ACPI APIC Table Pointer to be included in the
RSDP pointer list. The options are Enable and Disabled.
AMI OEMB Table
Select Enabled to allow the OEMB Table Pointer to be included in the R(x)SDT
pointer lists. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Headless Mode
Select Enabled to activate the Headless Operation Mode through the ACPI
which will allow the BIOS to boot up the system without the presence of a
keyboard, mouse and video. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Power Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure PnP settings.
Power Button
If set to Instant-Off, the system will power off immediately as soon as the user
hits the power button. If set to 4-sec., the system will power off when the user
presses the power button for 4 seconds or longer. The options are Instant-Off
and 4-sec override.
Restore on AC Power Loss
This setting allows you to choose how the system will react when power returns
after an unexpected loss of power. The options are Stay Off, Power On and
Last State.
Watch Dog Timer
This setting is used to activate and de-activate the Watch Dog Timer. It must be
used in conjunction with the WD jumper (see Chapter 2 for details). The options
are Disabled and Enabled.
Event Log Confi guration
Highlight this item and press <Enter> to view the contents of the event log.
View Event Log
This feature allows the user to view all unread events.
Mark All Events as Read
Highlight this item and press <Enter> to mark the DMI events as read.
Clear Event Log
This setting will clear all event logs when set to OK. The options are OK and
Cancel.
ECC Event Logging
This setting allows you to enable or disable the function of ECC Event logging.
The options are Enabled or Disabled.
Hub Interface Event Logging
This setting allows you to enable or disable the function of Hub Interface Event
logging. The options are Enabled or Disabled.
System Bus Event Logging
This setting allows you to enable or disable the function of System Bus Error Event
logging. The options are Enabled or Disabled.
Memory Buffer Event Logging
This setting allows you to enable or disable the function of Memory Buffer Event
logging. The options are Enabled or Disabled.
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PCI/PCI Express Error Logging
This setting allows you to enable or disable the function of PCI or PCI Express
Error logging. The options are Enabled or Disabled.
MPS Confi guration
This section allows the user to confi gure the multiprocessors table.
MPS Revision
This feature allows the user to select the MPS Revision. Please follow the in-
structions given on the screen to select the MPS Revision Number. The options
are 1.1 and 1.4.
PCI Express Confi guration
This section allows the user to confi gure the PCI Express slots.
Active State Power Management
Select Enabled to activate the function of power management for signal transac-
tions between the PCI Express L0 and L1 Links. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
I/O Expander Mode
This feature allows the user to set the IO Expand Mode for Hot Plug support. The
options are PCA9555, Two PCA9554, One PCA9554 (Low), One PCA9554 (High),
Two PCA9554A, One PCA9554A (Low), and Two PCA9554.
PCI Express Port2 (PXH)
This feature allows the user to confi gure the PCI Express slot. The options are
Auto, Enabled, and Disabled.
PCI Express Port3 (Slot 4)
This feature allows the user to confi gure the PCI Express slot. The options are
Auto, Enabled, and Disabled.
PCI Express Compliance Mode
Select Enabled to enable MCH to activate the PCI Express Compliance Mode.
The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Spread Spectrum
Select Enabled to enable the function of Spread Spectrum and allows the BIOS
to monitor the level of electromagnetic interference caused by the components
installed in the system and to attempt to reduce the electromagnetic interference
when needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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Remote Access Confi guration
You can use this screen to select options for the Remote Access Confi guration.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select an item. Use the <+> and <-> keys to
change the value of the selected option.
Remote Access
This feature allows the user to disable the function of Remote Access. If Disabled
is not selected, then you can select a Remote Access type. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.
Remote Access
This feature allows the user to enable the function of Remote Access. The Options
are Enabled and Disabled.
If the item "Remote Access" is set to Enabled, you can select a Remote Access
type and confi gure the following settings:
Serial Port Number
This feature allows the user to select the serial port for Console Redirection.
The options are COM1 and COM2.
Serial Port Mode
This feature allows the user to set the serial port mode for Console Redirection.
The options are 115 2 0 0 8, N, 1, 57600 8, N, 1, 38400 8, N, 1, 19200 8, N, 1
and 9600 8, N, 1.
Flow Control
This feature allows the user to set the fl ow control for Console Redirection.
The options are None, Hardware, and Software.
Redirection After BIOS POST
Select Disabled to turn off Console Redirection after POST. Select Always
to keep Console Redirection active all the time. (Note: this setting may not be
supported by some operating systems.) Select Boot Loader to keep Console
Redirection active during POST and Boot Loader.
Termina l Typ e
This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console
Redirection.The options are ANSI, VT100, and VT-UTF8.
VT-UTF8 Comb Key Support
Select Enabled to enable the VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for the
ANSI/VT100 Terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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USB Confi guration
This feature allows the user to confi gure the USB settings.
USB Function
This feature allows you to enable the USB Ports. The options are Disabled and
Enabled.
Legacy USB Support
Select "Enabled" to enable USB Legacy support. Disable legacy support if there
are no USB devices installed in the system. The options are Disabled, Enabled,
and Auto.
USB 2.0 Controller
This setting allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 Controller. The options
are Disabled and Enabled.
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
This setting allows you to confi gure the USB 2.0 Controller Mode. The options are
Hi-Speed (480 Mbps) and Full Speed-(12Mbps).
USB Mass Storage Device Confi gurations
USB Mass Storage Reset Delay
This setting allows you to decide how long the system should wait in an attempt
to detect the presence of a USB Mass Storage Device before it issues a start
command the system to proceed with the next operation during POST. The
options are 10 Seconds, 20 Seconds, 30 Seconds and 40 Seconds.
Emulation Type
If set to Auto, USB devices that are smaller than 530MB will be emulated as
fl oppy and the remaining will be emulated as an HDD. The Forced FDD option
will allow you to confi gure an HDD formatted drive to boot as an FDD (eg. Zip
Drive). The options are Auto, Floppy, Forced FDD, Hard Disk, and CD ROM.
System Health Monitor
This feature allows AMIBIOS to automatically display the status of the following
items:
CPU Overheat Temperature
This feature displays a pre-defi ned CPU Overheat temperature threshold. The
options range from 65oC to 90oC. Use the <+> and <-> keys to set the desired
setting. The default setting is 75
AMIBIOS will automatically monitor and display the following information:
o
C. (*See the note on the next page.)
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CPU1 Temperature, CPU2 Temperature, System Temperature
CPU1 VCORE /CPU2 VCORE (*for 2U systems), 3.3V Vcc(V), +5 Vin, 12V Vcc (V), -12V Vcc
(V), DRAM VTT, 1.2V Vcc, DIMM Voltage, 1.5V Voltage, 5V Standby, 3.3V Standby.
System Fan Monitor
Fan Speed Control Modules:
This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speeds of the
onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the
CPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase, and vise
versa. If the option is set to “3-pin fan,” the fan speed is controlled by voltage.
If the option is set to “4-pin,” the fan speed will be controlled by Pulse Width
Modulation (PWM). Select “3-pin” if your chassis came with 3-pin fan headers.
Select “4-pin” if your chassis came with 4-pin fan headers. Select “Workstation”
if your system is used as a Workstation. Select “Server” if your system is used
as a Server. Select “Disable” to disable the fan speed control function to allow
the onboard fans to run at full speed (12V) at all the time. The options are 1.
Disable, 2. 3-pin (Server), 3. 3-pin (Workstation), 4. 4-pin (Server) and 5. 4-pin
(Workstation). Fan1 Speed to Fan6 Speed
Note: In the Windows OS environment, the Supero Doctor III settings take pre-
cedence over the BIOS settings. When fi rst installed, Supero Doctor III adopts
the temperature threshold settings previously set in the BIOS. Any subsequent
changes to these thresholds must be made within Supero Doctor, since the SD
III settings override the BIOS settings. For the Windows OS to adopt the BIOS
temperature threshold settings, please change the SDIII settings to be the same
as those set in the BIOS.
4-4 Boot Settings
This feature allows the user to confi gure the following items:
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BIOS Settings Confi guration
Quick Boot
If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time
needed for the system to boot up. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Quiet Boot
Set this value to allow the boot up screen options to be modifi ed between POST
messages or the OEM logo. The default setting is Enabled. Select Disabled to
allow the computer system to display the POST messages. Select Enabled to allow
the computer system to display the OEM logo.
Add-On ROM Display Mode
Set this option to display add-on ROM (read-only memory) messages. The default
setting is Force BIOS. Select "Force BIOS" to allow the computer system to force
a third party BIOS to display during system boot. Select "Keep Current" to allow
the computer system to display the BIOS information during system boot. The
options are Force BIOS and Keep Current.
Boot up Num-Lock
Set this value to allow the Number Lock setting to be modifi ed during boot up. The
default setting is On. The options are On and Off.
PS/2 Mouse Support
Set this value to allow the PS/2 mouse support to be modifi ed. The options are
Auto, Enabled and Disabled.
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error
Select Enable to activate the function of Wait for F1 if Error. The options are
Enabled and Disabled.
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display
Select Enabled to display the Setup Message when the user hits the DEL key.
The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Interrupt 19 Capture
Select Enabled to allow ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
Quiet Boot Progress Bar
Select Enabled to display a graphic bar that shows the progress of POST if the
feature of Quiet Boot is enabled. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Boot Device Priority
This feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority for the Boot De-
vice.
The settings are 1st Floppy Drive, CD ROM, ATAPI CDROM and Disabled.
The default settings are:
· 1st boot device – Floppy Drive
· 2nd boot device – SM-MATSHITA CR-176
· 3rd boot device – #328 ID01 LUN0 LSI
· 4th boot device – IBA GE Slot 0508V
· 5th boot device – IBA GE Slot 0510V
Hard Disk Drives
This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Hard
Drives.
1st Drive/2nd Drive/3rd Drive
· 1ST boot device – #328 ID01 LUN0 LSI
Removable Drives
This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Remov-
able Drives.
1st Drive
This option allow the user to specify the boot sequence for 1st Removable
Drive.
The options are 1st Floppy Drive and Disabled.
CD/DVD Drives
This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available CD/DVD-
Drives.
1st Drive
This option allows the user to specify the boot sequence for the 1st CD/DVD
Drive. The options are SM-MATSHITA CR-176, AMI Virtual CDROM and
Disabled.
2nd Drive
This option allows the user to specify the boot sequence for the 2nd CD/DVD
Drive. The options are SM-MATSHITA CR-176, AMI Virtual CDROM and
Disabled.
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4-5 Security Settings
AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords,
the Supervisor password must be set fi rst.
Change Supervisor Password
Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub-menu, and then type in
the password.
Change User Password
Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub-menu, and then type in
the password.
Clear User Password
Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu. You can use the
sub menu to clear the user password.
Boot Sector Virus Protection
This option is near the bottom of the Security Setup screen. Select "Disabled"
to deactivate the Boot Sector Virus Protection. Select "Enabled" to enable boot
sector protection. When Enabled, AMIBOIS displays a warning when any program
(or virus) issues a Disk Format command or attempts to write to the boot sector
of the hard disk drive. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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4-6 Exit Options
Select the Exit tab from the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS
Setup screen.
Saving Changes and Exit
When you have completed the system confi guration changes, select this option to
leave the BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system confi guration
parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu
and press <Enter>.
Discarding Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes
to the system confi guration and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and
Exit from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Discarding Changes
Select this option and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the
AMIBIOS Utility Program.
Load Optimal Defaults
To set this feature, select Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En-
ter>. Then, Select "OK" to allow AMIBIOS to automatically load Optimal Defaults
to the BIOS Settings. The Optimal settings are designed for maximum system
performance, but may not work best for all computer applications.
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
To set this feature, select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press
<Enter>. The Fail-Safe settings are designed for maximum system stability, but
not for maximum performance.
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Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix A
BIOS Error Beep Codes
During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time
the system is powered on, errors may occur.
Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the
boot-up process. The error messages normally appear on the screen.
Fatal errors are those which will not allow the system to continue the boot-up pro-
cedure. If a fatal error occurs, you should consult with your system manufacturer
for possible repairs.
These fatal errors are usually communicated through a series of audible beeps.
The numbers on the fatal error list, on the following page, correspond to the number
of beeps for the corresponding error. All errors listed, with the exception of Beep
Code 8, are fatal errors.
POST codes may be read on the debug LEDs located beside the LAN port on
the motherboard backplane. See the description of the Debug LEDs (LED1 and
LED2) in Section 2-6.
A-1 AMIBIOS Error Beep Codes
Beep Code Error Message Description
1 beep Refresh Circuits have been reset.
(Ready to power up.)
5 short, 1 long Memory error No memory detected in
system
8 beeps Display memory read/write error Video adapter missing or
with faulty memory
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A-2 DS7/DS8 LED Post Codes
LED Indicators Description/Message
DS7 DS8
On On PWR On
On Off SPD Read OK
Off On Memory Size-OK
Off Off Starting Bus Initialization
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Appendix B
BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes
When AMIBIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O
port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, diagnostic equipment
can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h.
B-1 Uncompressed Initialization Codes
The uncompressed initialization checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution:
Checkpoint Code Description
D0h The NMI is disabled. Power on delay is starting. Next, the initialization code check-
D1h Initializing the DMA controller, performing the keyboard controller BAT test, starting
D3h Starting memory sizing next.
D4h Returning to real mode. Executing any OEM patches and setting the Stack next.
D5h Passing control to the uncompressed code in shadow RAM at E000:0000h. The
sum will be verifi ed.
memory refresh and entering 4 GB fl at mode next.
initialization code is copied to segment 0 and control will be transferred to segment
0.
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B-2 Bootblock Recovery Codes
The bootblock recovery checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution:
Checkpoint Code Description
E0h The onboard fl oppy controller if available is initialized. Next, beginning the base
E1h Initializing the interrupt vector table next.
E2h Initializing the DMA and Interrupt controllers next.
E6h Enabling the fl oppy drive controller and Timer IRQs. Enabling internal cache mem-
Edh Initializing the fl oppy drive.
Eeh Looking for a fl oppy diskette in drive A:. Reading the fi rst sector of the diskette.
Efh A read error occurred while reading the fl oppy drive in drive A:.
F0h Next, searching for the AMIBOOT.ROM fi le in the root directory.
F1h The AMIBOOT.ROM fi le is not in the root directory.
F2h Next, reading and analyzing the fl oppy diskette FAT to fi nd the clusters occupied
F3h Next, reading the AMIBOOT.ROM fi le, cluster by cluster.
F4h The AMIBOOT.ROM fi le is not the correct size.
F5h Next, disabling internal cache memory.
FBh Next, detecting the type of fl ash ROM.
FCh Next, erasing the fl ash ROM.
512 KB memory test.
ory.
by the AMIBOOT.ROM fi le.
FDh Next, programming the fl ash ROM.
FFh Flash ROM programming was successful. Next, restarting the system BIOS.
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B-3 Uncompressed Initialization Codes
The following runtime checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution.
These codes are uncompressed in F0000h shadow RAM.
Checkpoint Code Description
03h The NMI is disabled. Next, checking for a soft reset or a power on condition.
05h The BIOS stack has been built. Next, disabling cache memory.
06h Uncompressing the POST code next.
07h Next, initializing the CPU and the CPU data area.
08h The CMOS checksum calculation is done next.
0Ah The CMOS checksum calculation is done. Initializing the CMOS status register for
0Bh The CMOS status register is initialized. Next, performing any required initialization
0Ch The keyboard controller input buffer is free. Next, issuing the BAT command to the
0Eh The keyboard controller BAT command result has been verifi ed. Next, performing
0Fh The initialization after the keyboard controller BAT command test is done. The key-
10h The keyboard controller command byte is written. Next, issuing the Pin 23 and 24
11h Next, checking if <End or <Ins> keys were pressed during power on. Initializing
12h Next, disabling DMA controllers 1 and 2 and interrupt controllers 1 and 2.
13h The video display has been disabled. Port B has been initialized. Next, initializing
14h The 8254 timer test will begin next.
19h Next, programming the fl ash ROM.
1Ah The memory refresh line is toggling. Checking the 15 second on/off time next.
date and time next.
before the keyboard BAT command is issued.
keyboard controller.
any necessary initialization after the keyboard controller BAT command test.
board command byte is written next.
blocking and unblocking command.
CMOS RAM if the Initialize CMOS RAM in every boot AMIBIOS POST option was
set in AMIBCP or the <End> key was pressed.
the chipset.
2Bh Passing control to the video ROM to perform any required confi guration before the
video ROM test.
2Ch All necessary processing before passing control to the video ROM is done. Look-
ing for the video ROM next and passing control to it.
2Dh The video ROM has returned control to BIOS POST. Performing any required pro-
cessing after the video ROM had control
23h Reading the 8042 input port and disabling the MEGAKEY Green PC feature next.
Making the BIOS code segment writable and performing any necessary confi guration before initializing the interrupt vectors.
24h The confi guration required before interrupt vector initialization has completed. In-
terrupt vector initialization is about to begin.
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25h Interrupt vector initialization is done. Clearing the password if the POST DIAG
27h Any initialization before setting video mode will be done next.
28h Initialization before setting the video mode is complete. Confi guring the mono-
2Ah Bus initialization system, static, output devices will be done next, if present. See the
2Eh Completed post-video ROM test processing. If the EGA/VGA controller is not
2Fh The EGA/VGA controller was not found. The display memory read/write test is
30h The display memory read/write test passed. Look for retrace checking next.
31h The display memory read/write test or retrace checking failed. Performing the alter-
32h The alternate display memory read/write test passed. Looking for alternate display
34h Video display checking is over. Setting the display mode next.
37h The display mode is set. Displaying the power on message next.
38h Initializing the bus input, IPL, general devices next, if present. See the last page of
39h Displaying bus initialization error messages. See the last page of this chapter for
switch is on.
chrome mode and color mode settings next.
last page for additional information.
found, performing the display memory read/write test next.
about to begin.
nate display memory read/write test next.
retrace checking next.
this chapter for additional information.
additional information.
3Ah The new cursor position has been read and saved. Displaying the Hit <DEL> mes-
3Bh The Hit <DEL> message is displayed. The protected mode memory test is about
40h Preparing the descriptor tables next.
42h The descriptor tables are prepared. Entering protected mode for the memory test
43h Entered protected mode. Enabling interrupts for diagnostics mode next.
44h Interrupts enabled if the diagnostics switch is on. Initializing data to check memory
45h Data initialized. Checking for memory wraparound at 0:0 and fi nding the total sys-
46h The memory wraparound test is done. Memory size calculation has been done.
47h The memory pattern has been written to extended memory. Writing patterns to the
48h Patterns written in base memory. Determining the amount of memory below 1 MB
49h The amount of memory below 1 MB has been found and verifi ed.
4Bh The amount of memory above 1 MB has been found and verifi ed. Checking for a
sage next.
to start.
next.
wraparound at 0:0 next.
tem memory size next.
Writing patterns to test memory next.
base 640 KB memory next.
next.
soft reset and clearing the memory below 1 MB for the soft reset next. If this is a
power on situation, going to checkpoint 4Eh next.
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4Ch The memory below 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Clearing the memory
4Dh The memory above 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Saving the memory size
4Eh The memory test started, but not as the result of a soft reset. Displaying the fi rst
4Fh The memory size display has started. The display is updated during the memory
50h The memory below 1 MB has been tested and initialized. Adjusting the displayed
51h The memory size display was adjusted for relocation and shadowing.
52h The memory above 1 MB has been tested and initialized. Saving the memory size
53h The memory size information and the CPU registers are saved. Entering real mode
54h Shutdown was successful. The CPU is in real mode. Disabling the Gate A20 line,
57h The A20 address line, parity, and the NMI are disabled. Adjusting the memory size
58h The memory size was adjusted for relocation and shadowing. Clearing the Hit
59h The Hit <DEL> message is cleared. The <WAIT...> message is displayed. Starting
above 1 MB next.
next. Going to checkpoint 52h next.
64 KB memory size next.
test. Performing the sequential and random memory test next.
memory size for relocation and shadowing next.
information next.
next.
parity, and the NMI next.
depending on relocation and shadowing next.
<DEL> message next.
the DMA and interrupt controller test next.
60h The DMA page register test passed. Performing the DMA Controller 1 base register
62h The DMA controller 1 base register test passed. Performing the DMA controller 2
65h The DMA controller 2 base register test passed. Programming DMA controllers 1
66h Completed programming DMA controllers 1 and 2. Initializing the 8259 interrupt
67h Completed 8259 interrupt controller initialization.
7Fh Extended NMI source enabling is in progress.
80h The keyboard test has started. Clearing the output buffer and checking for stuck
81h A keyboard reset error or stuck key was found. Issuing the keyboard controller
82h The keyboard controller interface test completed. Writing the command byte and
83h The command byte was written and global data initialization has completed. Check-
84h Locked key checking is over. Checking for a memory size mismatch with CMOS
85h The memory size check is done. Displaying a soft error and checking for a password
test next.
base register test next.
and 2 next.
controller next.
keys. Issuing the keyboard reset command next.
interface test command next.
initializing the circular buffer next.
ing for a locked key next.
RAM data next.
or bypassing WINBIOS Setup next.
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86h The password was checked. Performing any required programming before WIN-
87h The programming before WINBIOS Setup has completed. Uncompressing the
88h Returned from WINBIOS Setup and cleared the screen. Performing any necessary
89h The programming after WINBIOS Setup has completed. Displaying the power on
8Ch Programming the WINBIOS Setup options next.
8Dh The WINBIOS Setup options are programmed. Resetting the hard disk controller
8Fh The hard disk controller has been reset. Confi guring the fl oppy drive controller
91h The fl oppy drive controller has been confi gured. Confi guring the hard disk drive
95h Initializing the bus option ROMs from C800 next. See the last page of this chapter
96h Initializing before passing control to the adaptor ROM at C800.
97h Initialization before the C800 adaptor ROM gains control has completed. The adap-
98h The adaptor ROM had control and has now returned control to BIOS POST. Perform-
BIOS Setup next.
WINBIOS Setup code and executing the AMIBIOS Setup or WINBIOS Setup utility
next.
programming after WINBIOS Setup next.
screen message next.
next.
next.
controller next.
for additional information.
tor ROM check is next.
ing any required processing after the option ROM returned control.
99h Any initialization required after the option ROM test has completed. Confi guring the
9Ah Set the timer and printer base addresses. Setting the RS-232 base address next.
9Bh Returned after setting the RS-232 base address. Performing any required initializa-
9Ch Required initialization before the Coprocessor test is over. Initializing the Coproces-
9Dh Coprocessor initialized. Performing any required initialization after the Coproces-
9Eh Initialization after the Coprocessor test is complete. Checking the extended keyboard,
A2h Displaying any soft errors next.
A3h The soft error display has completed. Setting the keyboard typematic rate next.
A4h The keyboard typematic rate is set. Programming the memory wait states next.
A5h Memory wait state programming is over. Clearing the screen and enabling parity
A7h NMI and parity enabled. Performing any initialization required before passing control
A8h Initialization before passing control to the adaptor ROM at E000h completed. Passing
timer data area and printer base address next.
tion before the Coprocessor test next.
sor next.
sor test next.
keyboard ID, and Num Lock key next. Issuing the keyboard ID command next.
and the NMI next.
to the adaptor ROM at E000 next.
control to the adaptor ROM at E000h next.
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A9h Returned from adaptor ROM at E000h control. Performing any initialization required
Aah Initialization after E000 option ROM control has completed. Displaying the system
Abh Uncompressing the DMI data and executing DMI POST initialization next.
B0h The system confi guration is displayed.
B1h Copying any code to specifi c areas.
00h Code copying to specifi c areas is done. Passing control to INT 19h boot loader
after the E000 option ROM had control next.
confi guration next.
next.
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Appendix C
Installing Software Drivers and Windows Operating
System
After all the hardware has been installed, you must fi rst confi gure the Adaptec
Embedded Serial ATA RAID Driver before you install the Windows operating
system. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro bootable CDs
that came packaged with your motherboard. *The following section provides
information on Adaptec's SATA RAID Driver based on the Intel ICH5R/6300
ESB Controller. For LSI's SCSI HostRAID, please refer to the CDs that came
with your motherboard.
C-1 Introduction to the Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA
RAID Controller Driver
Serial ATA (SATA)
Serial ATA(SATA) is a physical storage interface. It uses a single cable with a
minimum of four wires to create a point-to-point connection between devices. It
is a serial link which supports SATA Transfer rates from 150MBps. Because the
serial cables used in SATA are thinner than the traditional cables used in Paral-
lel ATA(PATA), SATA systems have better airfl ow and can be installed in smaller
chassis than Parallel ATA. In addition, the cables used in PATA can only extend
to 40cm long, while Serial ATA cables can extend up to one meter. Overall, Serial
ATA provides better functionality than Parallel ATA.
Introduction to the Intel 6300 ESB I/O Controller Hub
Located in the South Bridge of the Intel E7320 Chipset, the 6300 ESB I/O
Controller Hub provides the I/O subsystem with access to the rest of the system.
It supports 2-channel Ultra ATA/100 Bus Master IDE controller (PATA) and two
Serial ATA (SATA) Host Controllers, which support up to two Serial ATA ports and
up to two RAID drives. The 6300 ESB I/O Controller Hub supports the following
Pa r allel ATA ( PATA) and Serial ( S ATA) devic e confi gurat i o ns:
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To confi gure SATA RAID for Operating Systems that support RAID
functions(--Windows, Red Hat & SuSe, Linux)
1. Select "Advanced Setting" from the AMI BIOS menu.
2. Select the IDE Confi guration menu.
3. Change the IDE Confi guration to "P-ATA Only."
4. Under the item-"Confi gure S-ATA as RAID", select "Yes".
5. Tap the <Esc> key and scroll down to "Exit". Select "Save and Exit" from the
"Exit" menu. Press the <Enter> key to save the changes and exit the BIOS.
6. Once you've exited the BIOS Utility, the system will re-boot.
7. During the system startup, press the <Ctrl> and the <A> keys simultaneously
to run the Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility when prompted by the following
message:
Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec R AID Confi guration Utility
The Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA with HostRAID Controller
Driver
The Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID with HostRAID controller adds RAID
functionality to the Serial ATA I/O controller by supporting RAID 0 (Striping) or
RAID 1 (Mirroring) to enhance the industry's pioneer PCI-to-express host control-
ler products. RAID striping (RAID 0) can greatly improve hard disk I/O performance
because of its capability in striping data across multiple drives. R AID mirroring
(RAID 1) allows the data to be simultaneously written to two drives, so critical data
is always available even if a single hard disk fails. Due to the built-in functionality,
the X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 is specially designed to keep pace with the increas-
ing performance demands of computer systems by improving disk I/O throughput
and providing data accessibility regardless of a single disk failure. By incorporat-
ing the Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA into the motherboard design, Supermicro's
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 offers the user with the benefi ts of SATARAID without
the high costs associated with hardware RAID applications.
Note: For the Adaptec RAID Driver Installation Instructions, please refer to the
Adaptec RAID Controller User's Guide: "Emb_SA_RAID_UG.pdf" in the CD that
came with this motherboard. You can also download a copy of the Adaptec User's
Guide from our web site at www.supermicro.com.
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Using the Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility (ARC)
The Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility is an embedded BIOS Utility, including:
*Array Confi guration Utility: Use this utility when you want to create, confi gure
and manage arrays.
* Disk Utilities: Use this option to format or verify disks.
To run the Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility, you will need to enable the RAID
function in the system BIOS (refer to Chapter 4 for System BIOS Confi gurations),
and then, press the <Ctrl> and <A> keys simultaneously when prompted to do so
during the system startup. (Refer to the previous page for detailed instructions.)
A. Using the Array Confi guration Utility (ACU)
The Array Confi guration Utility (ACU) enables you to create, manage, and delete
arrays from the controller’s BIOS, add and delete spare drives, and initialize
drives. During the system startup, press <Ctrl> and <A> key simultaneously, and
the main menu will appear.
Note: To select an option, use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then press the
<Enter> key to select it. To return to the previous menu, press the <ESC> key.
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Managing Arrays
Select this option to view array properties, and delete arrays. The following sec-
tions describe the operations Of "Managing Arrays".
To select this option,
ing Arrays" from the main menu (as shown above).
use the arrow keys and the <enter> key to select "Manag-
Viewing Array Properties
To view t h e proper ties of a n existing array:
1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A.
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Confi guration Utility (ACU).
3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays (as shown on the previous
screen.)
4. From the List of Arrays dialog box, select the array you want to view and press
Enter.
The Array Properties dialog box appears, showing detailed information on the
array. The physical disks associated with the array are displayed here.
5. Press Esc to return to the previous menu.
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Deleting Arrays
*Warning: Back up the data on an array before you delete it to prevent the loss of
data. Deleted arrays cannot be restored.
To delete an existing array:
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC
utility.
2. From the ARC main menu, select Array Confi guration Utility (ACU).
3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays.
4. Select the array you wish to delete and press Delete.
5. In the Array Properties dialog box, select Delete and press Enter. The following
prompt is displayed:
*Warning!! Deleting the array will render array unusable. Do you want to delete
the array?(Yes/No):
RAID 1 only—the following prompt is also displayed:
Deleting the partition will result in data loss! Do you also want to delete the parti-
tion? (Yes/No):
6. Press Yes to delete the array or partition or No to return to the previous
menu.
7. Press Esc to return to the previous menu.
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Creating Arrays
Before creating arrays, make sure the disks for the array are connected and installed
in your system. Note that disks with no usable space, or disks that are un-initialized
are shown in gray and cannot be used. See
To create an array:
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC
utility.
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Confi guration Utility Main Menu (ACU) (as
shown on the fi rst screen on page C-5).
3. From the ACU menu, select Create Array.
4. Select the disks for the new array and press Insert (as the screen shown
below).
Note: To deselect any disk, highlight the disk and press Delete.
Initializing Disk Drives.
5. Press Enter when both disks for the new array are selected. The Array Proper-
ties menu displays (as the screen shown on the next page).
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Assigning Array Properties
Once you've create a new array, you are ready to assign the properties to the
array.
*Caution: Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot
change the array properties using the ACU. You will need to use the Adaptec
Storage Manager - Browser Edition. (Refer to the Adaptec User's Guide in the
enclosed CD.)
To assign properties to the new array:
1. In the Array Properties menu (as shown in the following screen), select an array
type and press Enter.
Note that only the available array types: RAID 0, and RAID1, are displayed on
the screen. (*RAID 0 or RAID 1 requires two drives.)
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2. Under the item "Arrays Label", type in an label and press Enter. Note: The
label shall not be more than 15 characters.
3. For RAID 0, select the desired stripe size. Note: Available stripe sizes are 16,
32, and 64 KB-default. It is recommended that you do not change the default
setting.
4. The item: "Create RAID via" allows you to select between the different creating
methods for RAID 0 and RAID 1.
The following table gives examples of when each is appropriate.
Raid Level Create Via When Appropriate
RAID 0 No Init Creating a RAID 0 on new drives
RAID 0 Migrate
(*Note)
RAID 1 Build1 Any time you wish to create a RAID 1, but especially if
RAID 1 Clear Creating a RAID 1 on new drives, or when you want to
RAID 1 Quick & Init Fastest way to create a RAID 1.
Creating a RAID 0 from one new drive and
one drive with data you wish to preserve
you have data on one drive that you wish to preserve
ensure that the array contains no data after creation.
Appropriate when using new drives
Note: If you select Migrate for RAID 0, or Build for RAID 1, you will be asked to
select the source drive. The contents of the source drive will be preserved. However, the data on the new drive will be lost.
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Notes:
1. Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained on the new
drive. Otherwise, all data will be lost.
2. If you stop the Build or Clear process on a RAID 1 from ACU, you can restart
it by pressing Ctrl+R.
3. A RAID 1 created using the Quick Init option may return some data mis-com-
pares if you later run a consistency check. This is normal and is not a cause for
concern.
4. The ACU allows you to use drives of different sizes in a
RAID . However, during a build operation, only the smaller drive can be selected
as the source or fi rst drive.
5. When migrating from single volume to RAID 0, migrating from a larger drive to
a smaller drive is allowed. However, the destination drive must be at least half the
capacity of the source drive.
6. Adaptec does not recommend that you migrate or build an array on Windows
dynamic disks (volumes), as it will result in data loss.
Warning: Do not interrupt the creation of a RAID 0 using the Migrate option.
If you do, you will not be able to restart, or to recover the data that was on the
source drive.
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Adding a Bootable Array
To make an array bootable:
1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays.
2. From the List of Arrays, select the array you want to make bootable, and press
Ctrl+B.
3. Enter Y to create a bootable array when the following message is displayed:
"This will make all other existing bootable array non-bootable. Do you want to make
this array bootable? (Yes/No):" Then, a bootable array will be created. An asterisk
will appear next to the bootable array (as shown in the picture below:)
Deleting a Bootable Array
To delete a bootable array:
1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays.
2. From the List of Arrays, select the bootable array (*) you want to delete, and
press Ctrl+B. (* a bootable array is the array marked with an asterisk (as shown
in the picture above.)
3. Enter Y to delete a bootable array when the following message is displayed:
"The array is already marked bootable. Do you want to make this array as not
bootable? (Yes/No):" Then, the bootable array will be deleted and the asterisk
will disappear.
Note: do not use the delete key to delete the bootable array.
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Initializing Disk Drives
If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new
array, or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use
it as part of an array. Drives attached to the controller must be initialized before
they can be used in an array.
Caution: Initializing a disk overwrites the partition table on the disk and makes
any data on the disk inaccessible. If the drive is used in an array, you may not be
able to use the array again.
Do not initialize a disk that is part of a boot array. To determine which disks are
associated with a particular array, please refer to
To initialize drives:
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC
utility.
2. From the ARC menu, select Array Confi guration Utility (ACU) (as shown in the
screen below).
Viewing Array Properties.
3. Select Initialize Drives (as shown in the screen below).
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4. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the disk you wish to initialize and
press Insert (as shown in the screen below).
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5. Repeat Step 4 so that both drives to be initialized are selected (as shown in
the screen below).
6. Press Enter.
7. Read the warning message as shown in the screen.
8. Make sure that you have selected the correct disk drives to initialize. If correct,
press <Y> to continue.
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Rebuilding Arrays
Note 1: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant array (RAID 1) only.
If an array Build process (or initialization) is interrupted or critical with one member
missing, you must perform a Rebuild to optimized its functionality. For a critical
array Rebuild operation, the optimal drive is the source drive.
Note 2: If no spare array exists and a hard disk drive fails, you need to create a
spare before you can rebuild an array.
To R e b u ild an array:
1. From the Main Menu, select Manage Arrays (as shown in the screen below).
From the List of Arrays, select the array you want to Rebuild.
2. Press Ctrl+R to Rebuild.
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Using the Disk Utilities
The Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA
hard disks.
To access the disk utilities:
1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC
utility (as shown in the screen below.)
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2. From the ARC menu, select Disk Utilities as shown in the screen below.
3. Select the desired disk and press Enter (as shown in the screen below.)
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You can choose from the following options:
1. Format Disk—Simulates a low-level format of the hard drive by writing zeros to
the entire disk. Serial ATA drives are low-level formatted at the factory and do not
need to be low-level formatted again.
(*Caution: Formatting destroys all data on the drive. Be sure to back up your data
before performing this operation.)
2. Verify Disk Media—Scans the media of a disk drive for defects.
To E xit A d a p t e c R AID Confi guration Utility
1. Once you have completed RAID array confi gurations, press ESC to exit. The
following screen will appear.
2. Press Yes to exit the Utility.
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Adaptec and the Operating System
a. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD that came with the package into the CD Drive
during the system reboot, and the screen:"Supermicro Driver Diskette Maker"
will appear.
b. Choose from the list the item: "Intel ICH5R/6300 ESB Driver by 3rd Party
(Adaptec)" and press <ENTER>.
c. From the next screen displayed, choose the OS driver you want to install and
press <Enter>.
d. Insert a formatted diskette into drive A: and press <Enter> as prompted.
e. Exit the program after the process is completed. Then, reboot the system.
f. Insert Microsoft's Windows OS Setup CD in the CD Driver, and the system will
start to boot up from CD.
g. Press the <F6> key when the message-"Press F6 if you need to install a third
party SCSI or RAID driver" displays.
h. When the Windows OS Setup screen appears, press "S" to specify additional
device(s).
i. Insert the driver diskette-"Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA Raid Controller Driver"
into Drive A: and press the <Enter> key.
j. Choose the Adaptec Embedded Host Serial ATA Raid Controller from the list
indicated in the Windows OS Setup Screen, and press the <Enter> key.
k. Press the <Enter> key to continue the installation process. (If you need to
specify any additional devices to be installed, do it at this time.) Once all devices
are specifi ed, press the <Enter> key to continue with the installation.
l. From the Windows OS Setup screen, press the <Enter> key. The OS Setup will
automatically load all device fi les, and, then, continue the Windows OS installa-
tion.
m. After Windows OS Installation is completed, the system will automatically
reboot.
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