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Preface 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 X6DHT-G motherboard. The X6DHT-G supports single or dual Intel® EM64T (Nocona TM ) processors at a 800 MHz front side bus.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 Checklist .......................................................
Table of Contents Chassis Intrusion ................................................................................... 2-14 Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 2-14 Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1) ............................................................ 2-15 Extra Universal Serial Bus Headers (USB2/3) ................................. 2-15 GLAN (Ethernet Ports) .........................................................................
X6DHT-G User's Manual No Video ................................................................................................... 3-1 Memory Errors .......................................................................................... 3-2 Losing the System’s Setup Configuration ........................................... 3-2 3-2 Technical Support Procedures .................................................................... 3-2 3-3 Frequently Asked Questions ........................................
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 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 are included in the Retail Box.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Introduction Headquarters Address: Tel: Fax: Email: Web Site: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. +1 (408) 503-8000 +1 (408) 503-8008 marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Tel: Fax: Email: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands +31 (0) 73-6400390 +31 (0) 73-6416525 sales@supermicro.
Chapter 1: Introduction X6DHT-G Image Introduction Figure 1-1.
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Chapter 1: Introduction (*Please refer to Chapter 2 for pin definitions and detailed information.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Motherboard Features CPU Introduction • Single or dual Intel ® XeonTM EM64T processors at 800 MHz front side (system) bus speed. Memory • Eight 184-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB (DDR 333) or 32 GB (DDR 266) Registered ECC DDR 333/266 (PC2700/PC2100) SDRAM Chipset • Intel E7520 Lindenhurst chipset Expansion Slots • Two x8 PCI-E slots • Three 64-bit PCI-X (3.
Chapter 1: Introduction • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator • Main switch override mechanism Onboard I/O • One IPMI 2.0 socket • Two Intel 82541G1 Gigabit Ethernet controllers • 2 EIDE Ultra DMA/100 bus master interfaces • 1 floppy port interface • 1 EPP/ECP Parallel Port • PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports • Up to 4 USB 2.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Introduction 1_PCIX-100 Slot CPU 1 CPU 2 SATA HC2_8Ports 1_PCIX-100 GRN_Slot PCIX BUS(100 MHZ) A 1_PCIX-133 Slot B PCIX BUS(133 MHZ) 1_PCIX-E (X8)Slot 1.5V PXH#1 3.3V PCI-E A(X8) 8.1W 133 PCI-E C(X8) C A PCI-E B(X8) 1_PCIX-E (X8)Slot B CH.A MCH CH.
Chapter 1: Introduction Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and the capability of the 7520 Lindenhurst chipset, The X6DHT-G motherboard provides the performance and feature set required for dual processor-based servers, with configuration options optimized for communications, presentation, storage, computation or database applications.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 1-3 Special Features Introduction 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 system 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 poweron state.
Chapter 1: Introduction CPU Fan Auto-Off in Sleep Mode The CPU fan activates when the power is turned on. It continues to operate when the system enters Standby mode. When in sleep mode, the CPU will not run at full power, thereby generating less heat. 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 define an overheat temperature.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Introduction 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 configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play BIOS data structures while providing a processor architecture-independent implementation that is compatible with the Windows 2000, Windows 2003 and Windows Vista Operating Systems.
Chapter 1: Introduction 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 SUPER X6DHT-G accommodates ATX 24-pin power supplies. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate. You should use one that will supply at least 400W of power. Your power supply must supply 1.5A for the Ethernet ports.
X6DHT-G User's Manual cessor 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. Introduction 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).
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient 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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 2-2 Xeon EM64T Processor and Heatsink Installation ! When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure 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. IMPORTANT: Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.
Chapter 2: Installation CEK Heatsink Installation CEK Passive Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die-the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism. Screw#1 Screw#2 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.) 4.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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. 1. Unscrew and remove the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as show in the picture on the right. 2.
Chapter 2: Installation Figure 2-1. PGA604 Socket: Empty and with Processor Installed Empty socket Lever ! Warning! Make sure you lift the levercompletely when installing the CPU. If the lever is only partly raised, damage to the socket or CPU may result. Triangle Processor (installed) Triangle Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 2-3 Installing DIMMs Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules: http://www.supermicro.com. CAUTION 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 step 1). DIMM Installation (See Figure 2-2 on Page 2-6) 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with Bank 1.
Chapter 2: Installation Figure 2-2. Installing and Removing DIMMs To Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps intoplace. Pay attention to the alignment notch at the bottom. To Remove: 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 specification.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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 specifically 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 definitions. Figure 2-4.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-5 Connecting Cables ATX Power Supply 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions(JPW1) Pin Number Definition Pin Number Definition 1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V 2 +3.3V 14 -12V 3 COM 15 COM 4 +5V 16 PS_ON# 5 COM 17 COM 6 +5V 18 COM 7 COM 19 COM 8 PWR_OK 20 Res(NC) 9 5VSB 21 +5V 10 +12V 22 +5V 11 +12V 23 +5V 12 +3.3V 24 COM ATX Power Connector The main power supply connector (JPW1) on the X6DHT-G meets the SSI (Superset ATX) specification.
X6DHT-G User's Manual NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin Number Definition 19 Control 20 Ground The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Power LED PWR_LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin Number Definition 15 Vcc 16 Control The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation HDD LED HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) 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 definitions.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Overheat/FanFail LED Overheat (OH) LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Connect an LED to the OH/Fan Fail connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide advanced warning of chassis overheating or system fan failure. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Reset Button Reset Pin Definitions (JF1) The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to the hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin Number Definition 3 Reset 4 Ground Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Chassis Intrusion C ha s s is In tru s ion P in D e fin itio n s (J L 1 ) P in N um ber D e fin itio n 1 In tru s io n In p u t 2 G ro u n d A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1. Attach the appropriate cable to inform you of a chassis intrusion. Serial Port Pin Definitions (COM1) Serial Ports The COM1 serial port is located under the parallel port and COM2 is located below the PCI Slot1 (See the Motherboard layout on Page 1-4).
Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus Universal Serial Bus Pin Definitions USB0 Pin Number 1 2 3 4 5 Two USB 2.0 ports are located beside the PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports. USB0 is the bottom connector and USB1 is the top connector. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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 RJ45 type cables. PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Port Pin Definitions (J9) ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports Pin Number Definition Data 1 NC 2 Ground 3 VCC 4 Clock 5 NC 6 The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are located next to the rear USB ports at the corner of the motherboard. See the table at right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Fan Headers The X6DHT-G has eight fan headers (Fan1 to Fan8). Note: Fans 5-8 are 4pin fans. However, Pins 1-3 of the fan headers are backward compatible with the traditional 3-pin fans. See the table on the right for pin definitions. *The onboard fan speed is controlled by Thermal Management via Hardware Monitoring in the Advanced BIOS Setting . Note: Default: Disabled, When using Thermal Management setting, please use all 3pin fans or all 4-pin fans on the motherboard.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Wake-On-Ring Wake-on-Ring Pin Definitions (JWOR) The Wake-On-Ring header is designated JWOR. This function allows your system to be "awakended" by an incoming call to the modem when in suspend state. See the table on the right for pin definitions. You must have a Wake-On-Ring card and cable to use this feature. Pin Number Definition 1 Ground 2 Wake-up Wake-On-LAN The Wake-On-LAN header is designated WOL. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation SMB SMB Header Pin Definitions (J11) A System Management Bus header is located at J11. Connect the appropriate cable here to utilize SMB on your system. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin Number 1 2 3 4 Definition Data Ground Clock No Connection SMB Power (I2 C) Connector SMB PWR Pin Definitions (J32) I 2 C Connector (J32), located between the 8-pin PWR Connector and the 24-pin PWR Connector, monitors the status of PWR Supply, Fan and system temperature.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Marvell SATA I2C Pin Definitions (JS10) Marvell SATA SMB Power (I2 C) Connector Pin Number 1 2 3 The Marvell SATA I 2 C Connector (JS10), located between IDE1 Slot and Chassis Intrusion Header, monitors the status of PWR Supply, Fan and system temperature for Marvell Serial ATA ports. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Overheat LED (JOH) Overheat LED Pin Definitions (JOH) The JOH header is used to connect an LED to provide warning of chassis overheating. It is located near the microphone connector. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin Number 1 2 Definition 5vDC OH Active Power Supply Failure LED Connect a cable from your power supply to the Power Supply Failure LED header (PSF) to provide warning of power supply failure.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 2-6 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. umpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout pages for jumper locations. GLAN Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPL1/JPL2) JPL1/JPL2 enables or disables the GLAN port(s) on the motherboard.
Chapter 2: Installation 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 clearing 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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual VGA Enable/Disable VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPG1) JPG1 enables or disables the VGA Connector on the motherboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings. The default setting is enabled. Jumper Position Pins 1-2 Pins 2-3 Definition Enabled Disabled 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.
Chapter 2: Installation 3rd PWR Supply PWR Fault Detect (J3P) 3rd PWR Supply PWR Fault Detect Jumper Settings (J3P) The system can notify you in the event of a power supply failure. This feature assumes that three power supply units are installed in the chassis, with one acting as a backup. If you only have one or two power supply units installed, you should disable this (the default setting) with J3P to prevent false alarms.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 2-7 Onboard Indicators Right Left GLAN LEDs Rear View G-bit LAN Left LED Indicator LED Definition Color 10 Mbps Off (*Also:Off No Connection) 100 Mbps Green 1 Gbps Orange 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 connection. See the table at right for the functions associated with the second LED.
Chapter 2: Installation Marvell SATA Presence LED Indicators M-SATA Presence LED Indidators Pin Definitions (DS1-DS8) Marvell Serial ATA Presence LED Indicators (DS1-DS8), located above Marvell SATA Ports 0-7, indicate the presence of Marvell SATA ports (0-7). See the table on the right for pin definitions.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 2-8 Parallel Port, Floppy, IPMI and Hard Disk Drive Connections Note the following when connecting the floppy and hard disk drive cables: • The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. • A single floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires and two connectors to provide for two floppy disk drives.
Chapter 2: Installation Floppy Connector Floppy Connector Pin Definitions Pin Number 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 The floppy connector is located between the IDE connectors and the IPMI socket. See the table below for pin definitions.
X6DHT-G User's Manual IDE Connectors 24-Pin ATX PWR Fan6 Fan5 KB/ Mouse DIMM 3A PSF Fan1 CPU1 JF1 FP Control DIMM 2A DIMM 2B DIMM 3B Fan2 DIMM 4A DIMM 4B CPU2 Fan3 X6DHT-G E7520 Lindenhurst North Bridge Slot5 Floppy BIOS PCI-E X8 PCI-E X8 Fan8 Slot4 PCI-X 3 133 MHz Slot3 PCI-X 100 MHz/ZCR PXH IDE2 IPMI S I/O Slot6 IDE1 GLAN CTLR OH LED JPS1 SATA Controller JWOR JL1 6300ESB Buzzer Slot2 Slot1 J W D JPG1 ICH PCI-X100 MHz PCI-33 MHz JD1 COM2 Marvell DS11 DS13 DS15 DS9
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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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 the DIMM modules are properly and fully installed. 2. Determine if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed and verify that the BIOS setup is configured for the fastest speed of RAM used. It is recommended to use the same RAM speed for all DIMMs in the system. 3.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 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 (http: www.supermicro.com/support/bios/). Note: Not all BIOS can be flashed; it depends on the modifications to the boot block code. 3.
X6DHT-G User's Manual load the BIOS file to your computer. Unzip the BIOS update file and you will find the readme.txt (flash instructions), the phlash.exe (BIOS flash utility) files. Copy these files into a bootable floppy and reboot your system. Then, follow Readme.txt to continue flashing the BIOS. 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.
Chapter 4: BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 Introduction This chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X6DHT-G. The Phoenix ROM BIOS is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual Download area of the Supermicro web site
X6DHT-G User's Manual 4-2 Running Setup *Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted. The BIOS setup options described in this section are selected by choosing the appropriate text from the main BIOS Setup screen. All displayed text is described in this section, although the screen display is often all you need to understand how to set the options (See the next page). When you first power on the computer, the Phoenix BIOS™ is immediately activated.
Chapter 4: BIOS Main BIOS Setup Menu Main Setup Features System Time To set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate fields. Then press the key to save the data. System Date Using the arrow keys, highlight the month, day and year fields, and enter the correct data. Press the key to save the data. BIOS Date This field displays the date when this version of BIOS was built.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Serial ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Serial ATA. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Serial ATA RAID Enable Select Enable to enable Serial ATA RAID Functions. (*For the Windows OS environment, use the RAID driver if this feature is set to Enabled. If set to Disabled, use the Non-RAID driver.) Native Mode Operation Select the native mode for ATA. The options are: Parallel ATA, Serial ATA, Both, and Auto.
Chapter 4: BIOS Type This item allows the user to select the type of IDE hard drive. Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically determine the hard drive's capacity, number of heads, etc.). Enter a number from 1-39 to select a predetermined type of hard drive, CDROM and ATAPI Removable. The option "User" will allow the user to enter the parameters of the HDD installed at this connection. Select CDROM if a CDROM drive is installed. Select ATAPI if a removable disk drive is installed.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Transfer Mode This option allows the user to set the transfer mode. The options are Standard, Fast PIO1, Fast PIO2, Fast PIO3, Fast PIO4, FPIO3/DMA1 and FPIO4/DMA2. Ultra DMA Mode This option allows the user to select Ultra DMA Mode. The options are Disabled, Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3, Mode 4, and Mode 5. System Memory This display informs you how much system memory is recognized as being present in the system.
Chapter 4: BIOS Boot Features Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Quick Boot Mode If enabled, this feature will speed up the POST (Power On Self Test) routine by skipping certain tests after the computer is turned on. The settings are Enabled and Disabled. If Disabled, the POST routine will run at normal speed. Quiet Boot This setting allows you to Enable or Disable the logo graphic during boot-up.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Memory Cache Cache System BIOS Area This setting allows you to designate a reserve area in the system memory to be used as a System BIOS buffer to allow the BIOS to write (cache) its data into this reserved memory area. Select "Write Protect" to enable this function, and this area will be reserved for BIOS ROM access only. Select "Uncached" to disable this function and make this area available for other devices.
Chapter 4: BIOS Cache Extended Memory If enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the extended memory area to be cached (written) into a buffer, a storage area in the Static DRM (SDROM) or written into L1, L2, L3 cache inside the CPU to speed up CPU operations. Select "Uncached" to disable this function. Select "Write Through" to allow data to be cached into the buffer and written into the system memory at the same time.
X6DHT-G User's Manual ROM Scan Ordering This feature allows the user to decide which Option ROM to be activated first. The options are Onboard first and Add-On first. Reset Configuration Data If set to Yes, this setting clears the Extended System Configuration Data(ESCD) area. The options are Yes and No. Frequency for Slot#2-Slot#3/MASS, Frequency for PCI-X Slot#4 (*Note: MASS=Mass Storage Devices: SATA, SAS and SCSI.
Chapter 4: BIOS Large Disk Access Mode This setting determines how large hard drives are to be accessed. The options are DOS or Other (for Unix, Novelle NetWare and other operating systems). Advanced Chipset Control Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Force Compliance Mode This feature allows you to enable the PCI-Express Compliance Mode. The options are: Disabled or Enabled.
X6DHT-G User's Manual SERR Signal Condition This setting specifies the ECC Error conditions that an SERR# is to be asserted. The options are None, Single Bit, Multiple Bit, and Both. Enabling Multi-Media Timer Select Yes to activate a set of timers that are alternative to the traditional 8254 timers for the OS use. The options are Yes and No. USB Function Select Enabled to enable the function of USB devices specified. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 4: BIOS No Execute Mode Memory Protection (*Available when supported by the CPU and the OS.) Set to Enabled to enable Execute Disable Bit and allow the processor to classify areas in memory where an application code can execute and where it cannot, and thus preventing a worm or a virus from inserting and creating a flood of codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack. (*Note: this feature is available when your OS and your CPU support the function of Execute Disable Bit.
X6DHT-G User's Manual I/O Device Configuration Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. KBC Clock Input This setting allows you to select clock frequency for KBC. The options are 6MHz, 8MHz, 12MHz, and 16MHz. Onboard COM 1 This setting allows you to assign control of serial port A. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled, and Auto (BIOS- or OS- controlled). Base I/O Address This setting allows you to select the base I/O address for serial port A.
Chapter 4: BIOS Mode This feature allows you to specify the parallel port mode. The options are Output only, Bi-Directional, EPP and ECP. DMA Channel This item allows you to specify the DMA channel for the parallel port. The options are DMA1 and DMA3. Floppy Disk Controller This setting allows you to assign control of the floppy disk controller. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled, and Auto (BIOS and OS controlled).
X6DHT-G User's Manual Console Redirection Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port Address This item allows you to specify which COM port to redirect the console redirection to--Onboard COM A or Onboard COM B. This setting can also be Disabled. BAUD Rate This item allows you to select the BAUD rate for console redirection. The options are 300, 1200, 2400, 9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, 57.6K and 115.2K.
Chapter 4: BIOS Hardware Monitor Logic CPU Temperature Threshold This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate the alarm system when the CPU temperature reaches this pre-set temperature threshold. The options are 70 o C, 75 oC, 80 o C and 85 o C. (*See the note below.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 4-5 Security Choose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Security setting options are displayed by highlighting the setting using the arrow keys and pressing . All Security BIOS settings are described in this section. Supervisor Password Is: This displays whether a supervisor password has been entered for the system.
Chapter 4: BIOS Fixed Disk Boot Sector This setting may offer some protection against viruses when set to Write Protect, which protects the boot sector on the hard drive from having a virus written to it. The other option is Normal. Password on Boot This setting allows you to require a password to be entered when the system boots up. The options are Enabled (password required) and Disabled (password not required).
X6DHT-G User's Manual 4-6 Boot Choose Boot from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Highlighting a setting with a + or - will expand or collapse that entry. See details on how to change the order and specs of boot devices in the Item Specific Help window. All Boot BIOS settings are described in this section. +Removable Devices Highlight and press to expand the field.
Chapter 4: BIOS 4-7 Exit Choose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. All Exit BIOS settings are described in this section. Exit Saving Changes Highlight this item and hit to save any changes you made and to exit the BIOS Setup utility. Exit Discarding Changes Highlight this item and hit to exit the BIOS Setup utility without saving any changes you may have made.
X6DHT-G User's Manual NOTES 4-22
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST Messages During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If a problem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm or display a message. The following is a list of such BIOS messages. Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly. Run Setup. Find out if the fixed-disk type is correctly identified. Stuck key Stuck key on keyboard.
X6DHT-G User's Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact your dealer. System timer error The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages System cache error - Cache disabled RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace the cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system performance considerably. CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error. EISA CMOS not writeable ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS. DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Fixed Disk n Fixed disk n (0-3) identified. Invalid System Configuration Data Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data. I/O device IRQ conflict I/O device IRQ conflict error. PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen: PS/2 Mouse installed. nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. Press to resume, to Setup, for previous Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press to start the boot process or to enter Setup and change the settings. Press to display the previous screen (usually an initialization error of an Option ROM, i.e., an add-on card).
X6DHT-G User's Manual Notes A-6
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the PhoenixBIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display an POST code that describes the problem.
X6DHT-G User's Manual POST Code Description 18h 1Ah 1Ch 20h 22h 24h 28h 29h 2Ah 2Ch 2Eh 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Auto size DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 512 kB base RAM 1-3-4-1 RAM failure on address line xxxx* 1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx* of low byte of memory bus Enable cache before system BIOS shadow Test CPU
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description 5Ch 60h 62h 64h 66h 67h 68h 69h 6Ah 6Bh 6Ch 6Eh 70h 72h 76h 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh 80h 81h 82h 83h 84h 85h 86h 87h Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area Display external L2 cache size Load custom defaults (optional) Display shadow-area message Display possible h
X6DHT-G User's Manual POST Code Description 99h 9Ah 9Ch 9Dh 9Eh 9Fh A0h A2h A4h A8h AAh ACh AEh B0h B1h B2h B4h B5h B6h B7h B9h BAh BBh BCh BDh BEh BFh C0h C1h C2h C3h C4h C5h C6h C7h C8h C9h CAh CBh Check for SMART Drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives Set time of day Check key lock Initialize typematic rate Erase F2 prompt Scan for F2 key stroke Enter SETUP Clear Boot flag Che
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description CDh CEh D2h Re-map I/O and memory for PCMCIA Initialize digitizer and display message Unknown interrupt The following are for boot block in Flash ROM POST Code Description E0h E1h E2h E3h E4h E5h E6h E7h E8h E9h EAh EBh ECh EDh EEh EFh F0h F1h F2h F3h F4h F5h F6h F7h Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Init
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Appendix C: Software Installation Appendix C Installing Software Drivers and the Windows Operating System After all the hardware has been installed, you must first configure 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. Note: The following section provides information on Adaptec's SATA RAID Driver based on the Intel Hance Rapids ICH Controller.
X6DHT-G User's Manual ATA Operate Mode You can select from the following two modes: Combined Mode and Enhanced Mode. Combined Mode: In this mode, system BIOS assigns the traditional IRQ 14 and IRQ 15 for the use of HDD. Up to 4 ATA devices are supported by this mode.
Appendix C: Software Installation Configuring BIOS settings for the SATA RAID Functions (Enhanced Mode) 1. Press the key during system bootup to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. (*Note: If it is the first time to power on the system, we recommend that you load the Optimized Default Settings. If you have already done so, please skip to Step 3. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the "Exit" Menu. Once in the "Exit" Menu, scroll down the menu to select the item- "Load System Default" and press the key.
X6DHT-G User's Manual The Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA with HostRAID Controller Driver Adaptec's 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-e host controller products. RAID striping (RAID 0) can greatly improve hard disk I/O performance because of its capability in striping data across multiple drives.
Appendix C: Software Installation Managing Arrays Select this option to view array properties, and delete arrays. The following sections describe the operations Of "Managing Arrays". To select this option, use the arrow keys and the key to select "Managing Arrays" from the main menu (as shown above).
X6DHT-G User's Manual Viewing Array Properties To view the properties of an existing array: 1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A. 2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration 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.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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 Initializing Disk Drives. 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 Configuration Utility Main Menu (ACU) (as shown on the first screen on page C-5).
X6DHT-G User's Manual 5. Press Enter when both disks for the new array are selected. The Array Properties menu displays (as the screen shown below). 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 Adaptec's User's Guide in the enclosed CD.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 5. When you are finished, press Done (as the screen shown below). 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 miscompares if you later run a consistency check. This is normal and is not a cause for concern. 4.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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).
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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, type Y to continue.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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 get the array to Optimal status. 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 Rebuild an array: 1.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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.
Appendix C: Software Installation 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.
X6DHT-G User's Manual 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 Exit Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility 1.
Appendix C: Software Installation C-2 Installing Intel's Hance Rapids Driver by Adaptec and the OS a. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD that came with the package into the CD Drive during the system reboot, and the screen:"Super Micro Driver Diskette Maker" will appear. b. From the list displayed on the screen, choose the item: "Intel Hance Rapids Driver by 3rd Party (Adaptec)" and press . c. From the next screen displayed, choose the OS driver you want to install and press . d.
X6DHT-G User's Manual C-3 Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers A. Installing Drivers other than Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID Controller Driver After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items.
Appendix C: Software Installation Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a Web-base management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called the SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
X6DHT-G User's Manual Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Notes: 1. SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web site at: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/ UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend Supero Doctor II. 2. For detailed information on Adaptec's SCSI SATA RAID Utility, please refer to the CDs that came with your motherboard.
