User`s manual
Preface
This manu al is written f or syste m integr ators, PC technic ians and
knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The X8SIL/X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V supports the Intel® Xeon® 3400 series pro-
cessors in an LGA 1156 socket. With the Intel 3400/3420 chipset built-in, the X8SIL/
X8SIL-F/X8SIL-V offers substantial enhancements in price/system performance
ratio in a cost-effective, small form-factor package. Please refer to our web site
(http://www.supermicro.com/products/) for updates on supported processors. This
product is intended to be installed and serviced by professional technicians.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specications and performance of the mother-
board and provides detailed information about the chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when in-
stalling the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into the
system. If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes trouble-
shooting procedures for video, memory and system setup stored in the CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to the BIOS and provides detailed information
on running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS Error Beep Codes.
Appendix B lists Other Software Program Installation Instructions.
Appendix C contains the BIOS Recovery Instructions.
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Conventions Used in the 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 pro-
vides information for correct system setup.