X9Drg-Qf: User'S Manual
X9Drg-Qf: User'S Manual
X9Drg-Qf: User'S Manual
USERS MANUAL
Revision 1.1
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reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
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interference with radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your
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Preface
Preface
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and
knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X9DRG-QF motherboard.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifications and performance of the motherboard, and provides detailed information about the Intel C602 chipset.
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 troubleshooting procedures for video, memory, and system setup stored in 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 Software Installation Instructions.
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Preface
Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address:
Tel:
+1 (408) 503-8000
Fax:
+1 (408) 503-8008
Email:
Web Site:
www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address:
Tel:
Fax:
Email:
Asia-Pacific
Address:
Tel:
+886-(2) 8226-3990
Fax:
+886-(2) 8226-3992
Web Site:
www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email:
support@supermicro.com.tw
Tel:
+886-(2)-8226-3990
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1
Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2
1-3
1-4
1-5
1-6
1-7
1-8
1-9
Chapter 2 Installation
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
2-6
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Table of Contents
Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............................................................... 2-22
NMI Button................................................................................................ 2-22
Power LED ............................................................................................... 2-22
HDD LED................................................................................................... 2-23
NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators........................................................................ 2-23
Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail............................................................................. 2-24
Power Fail LED......................................................................................... 2-24
Reset Button ............................................................................................ 2-25
Power Button ............................................................................................ 2-25
2-7
2-8
2-9
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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4
3-5
Chapter 4 BIOS
4-1
Introduction....................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2
4-3
4-4
4-5
IPMI................................................................................................................ 4-27
4-6
Boot................................................................................................................ 4-29
4-7
Security..........................................................................................................4-30
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Chapter 1: Overview
Chapter 1
Overview
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.
Please check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard.
If anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
The following items are included for bulk packaging only.
Note: For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to
download all necessary drivers/utilities and the user's manual for your
motherboard.
SMCI product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/
Product Drivers and utilities: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com/
If you have any questions, please contact our support team at support@supermicro.
com.
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Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon 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 this manual.
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FAN4
FAN3
JPW4
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMB2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMME2
JPW3
FAN6/CPU2
JITP1
JPI2C1
JPW2
Battery
USB5
OPEN 1st
JBAT1
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
LED1
CLOSE 1st
J4
JITP2
CPU1
USB4
JPW1
JTPM1
I-SATA1
I-SATA3
FAN1
JL1
FANB
JPT1
JF1
FANA
FAN5/CPU1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
I-SATA2
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FANC
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JSTBY1
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
JWD1
FAN-I1
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
JPG1JPL1 JPB1JI2C1 JI2C2 JP3 JPME2JPME1JWP1
CLOSE 1st
CPU1 Slot 10 PCI-E 3.0 x 8(IN X16)
JIPMB1
BIOS
FAND
BMC
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
COM1
USB0/1
USB2/3
VGA
IPMI_LAN
LAN1 PS2 KB/MS
LAN2
LAN
CTRL
COM2
JBT1
Intel PCH
JD1
SCU-SGPIO1
BT1
Chapter 1: Overview
Motherboard Layout
Note: For the latest CPU/Memory updates, please refer to our Website at
http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/ for details.
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
LAN
CTRL
BMC
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
JTPM1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA3 I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA1 I-SATA0 JSD1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
Notes:
See Chapter 3 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 front
panel connections.
"
Jumpers/LED Indicators not indicated are for testing only. Components that are
not documented are reserved for internal use only.
LAN connections will be available when two CPUs are installed on the motherboard.
Use
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Chapter 1: Overview
X9DRG-QF Jumpers
Jumper
Description
Default Setting
Clear CMOS
See Chapter 2
JI C1/JI C2
JPAC1
Audio Enable
JPB1
BMC Enabled
JPG1
VGA Enabled
JPL1
GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable
JPME1
JPME2
JWD1
JBT1
2
X9DRG-QF Connectors
Connectors
Description
COM1/COM2
FAN#1~6, FAN
#A~D, FAN11
I-SATA 0~9
JBAT1
JD1
JF1
JIPMB1
JL1
Chassis Intrusion
JOH1
JPI2C1
JPW1
JPW2/JPW3
JPW4
JSD1
JSTBY1
JTPM1
LAN1/LAN2
(IPMI) LAN
IPMI_Dedicated LAN
1-5
(CPU2) Slot 9
(CPU1) Slot 10
(CPU2) Slot 11
SP1
S-SGPIO1
T-SGPIO 1/2
VGA
VGA/Video Connector
Description
State
Status
LED1
Green
BMC Normal
LED2
Green: On
SB Power On
Note: LAN connections will be available when two CPUs are installed on
the motherboard.
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Chapter 1: Overview
Motherboard Features
CPU
Dual
Memory
240-pin
Chipset
Expansion
Slots
DDR3
1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB,16GB and 32GB
@ 1.35V/1.5V
DIMM
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, and VT-c
Intel C602 Chipset (PCH)
Four (4) PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (CPU1 Slot2/Slot4,
CPU2 Slot6/Slot8),
Slot
10),
Graphics
Network
I/O Devices
SATA Ports
RAID
(Windows
or Linux w/latest
Kernel)
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
IPMI 2.0
1-7
USB Devices
Four (4) USB ports on the Back Panel (USB 0/1, 2/3),
Four (4) Front Panel Accessible USB connections
(USB 6/7, 8/9)
Two
BIOS
Power
Config.
PC Health
Monitoring
Health Monitoring
Onboard
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Chapter 1: Overview
Fan Control
System
Management
Dimensions
Note: For IPMI Configuration Instructions, please refer to the IPMI Configuration User's Guide available @ http://www.supermicro.com/support/
manuals/.
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x4
JPEIC11 PCIE2.0 x8
x8
JPEIC9 PCIE3.0 x8
x16
x16
PE1
DMI
DDR3 DIMM
#1
#2
x16
x16
BIOS
SPI Flash
x8
SPI
DMI
SATA [0..5]
PEG [0..3]
0,1
USB [0..9]
USB [10,11]
DDR3 RAM
UM1
RENESAS
BMC
VGA
VGA CONN
PHY
RTL8211E
port 4 port 5
LPC
x1
2,3
HDR 2X5
SATA Gen2
3Gbps
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
S-SATA0
PET [1..7]
SSB
PATSBURG-A
HDR 2X5
JLAN2
RJ45
#1
#2
SATA Gen2
3Gbps
Sandybridge
UL1
Powerville Dual GbE
I350AM2
JLAN1
RJ45
SATA Gen3
6Gbps
P0
CPU FRONT
U6H1 Socket 00
PE3 PE2
DDR3 DIMM
P1
P1
#1
#2
DDR3 DIMM
P0
#1
#2
I-SATA0
I-SATA1
I-SATA2
I-SATA3
I-SATA4
I-SATA5
TPM Header
DMI
DDR3 DIMM
PE1
CPU REAR
U7C1 Socket 01
Processor
Sandybridge
P00_P11
LANE Reversal
#1
#2
D
#1
#2
DDR3 DIMM
PE3 PE2
F
QPI
DDR3 DIMM
#1
#2
DDR3 DIMM
DDR3 DIMM
#1
#2
QPI
Super I/O
W83527
HW Monitor
NCT7904D
IPMI LAN
RJ45
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Chapter 1: Overview
1-11
1-12
Chapter 1: Overview
the user of certain system events. For example, you can configure SuperDoctor
to provide you with warnings when the system temperature, CPU temperatures,
voltages, and fan speeds go beyond a predefined range.
1-13
Install the NMView software in your system. NMView is optional and can be
purchased from Supermicro.
Note: Support for IPNM Specification Version 1.5 or Vision 2.0 depends
Note: Support for IPNM Specification Version 1.5 or Vision 2.0 depends
1-14
Chapter 1: Overview
Resolution:
Supports 1600 x 1200 resolution at 32 bpp and 75 Hz
Supports 1680 x 1050 wide screen resolution at 32 bpp and 60 Hz
Note: The term "IPMI controller" and the term "BMC controller" can be
used interchangeably in this section.
1-15
Notes
1-16
Chapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2-1 Standardized Warning Statements
The following statements are industry-standard warnings, provided to warn the user
of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or
experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
Read this section in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the
Supermicro chassis.
Battery Handling
Warning!
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions
Warnung
Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die
Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp.
Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers.
2-1
!
.
.
.
!
.
.
.
Waarschuwing
Er is ontploffingsgevaar indien de batterij verkeerd vervangen wordt. Vervang de
batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type die door de fabrikant aanbevolen wordt. Gebruikte batterijen dienen overeenkomstig fabrieksvoorschriften
afgevoerd te worden.
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Product Disposal
Warning!
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws
and regulations.
Warnung
Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gem allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen
des Landes erfolgen.
Advertencia!
Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales.
Attention
La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont gnralement soumis des
lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprs de
l'organisme comptent.
!
.
2-3
!
.
Waarschuwing
De uiteindelijke verwijdering van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming
met alle nationale wetten en reglementen.
Precautions
Handle the board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral
chips, memory modules or gold contacts.
For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the motherboard.
Unpacking
The motherboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When
unpacking the board, make sure that the person handling it is static protected.
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Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding,
removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install
the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certified multidirectional heatsink only.
Make sure to install the system board into the chassis before you install
the CPU heatsink.
that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are
bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.
OP
EN
OP
EN
1st
Press down
on Load Lever
labeled 'Open 1st'.
2-5
1st
OP
EN
1st
OP
EN
1st
3. With the lever labeled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the
lever labeled 'Open 1st' to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it
completely.
OP
EN
1st
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1. Use your index fingers to loosen the lever and open the load plate.
2. Use your thumb and index finger to hold the CPU on its edges. Align the CPU
keys, which are semi-circle cutouts, against the socket keys.
Socket Keys
CPU Keys
3. Once they are aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket.
(Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or
vertically. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the
socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.)
Warning: You can only install the CPU
inside the socket in one direction. Make
sure that it is properly inserted into the
CPU socket before closing the load
plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not
force it as it may damage your CPU.
Instead, open the load plate again and
double-check that the CPU is aligned
properly.
2-7
Gently close
the load plate
OP
EN
Lever Lock
1st
OP
EN
OP
EN
1st
1st
Lever Lock
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Chapter 2: Installation
Top View
Screw#1
Screw#3
Side View
Screw#4
Screw#2
Screw#1
Screw#2
Screw#3
Bottom View
2-9
Side View
Loosen screws
in sequence as
shown.
Screw#1
Screw#2
Screw#3
Motherboard
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Chapter 2: Installation
CAUTION
Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM
modules to prevent any possible damage.
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
Notches
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
Release Tabs
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
Battery
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA2
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
3. Align the key of the DIMM module with the receptive point on the memory
slot.
4. Align the notches on both ends of the module against the receptive points on
the ends of the slot.
5. Use two thumbs together to press the notches on both ends of the module
straight down into the slot until the module snaps into place.
6. Press the release tabs to the locking positions to secure the DIMM module
into the slot.
Press both notches straight
down into the memory slot at
the same time.
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CPU 1
P1DIMMA1
P1DIMMB1
P1DIMMC1
P1DIMMD1
P1DIMMA2
P1DIMMB2
P1DIMMC2
P1DIMMD2
CPU2
P2DIMME1
P2DIMMF1
P2DIMMG1
P2DIMMH1
P2DIMME2
P2DIMM F2
P2DIMMG2
P2DIMMH2
1 CPU &
2 DIMMs
CPU1
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1
1 CPU &
4 DIMMs
CPU1
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1, P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1
1 CPU &
5~8 DIMMs
CPU1
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1, P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1 + Any memory pairs in P1DIMMA2/P1-DIMMB2/P1-DIMMC2/P1-DIMMD2 slots
2 CPUs &
4 DIMMs
CPU1 + CPU2
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1, P2-DIMME1/P2-DIMMF1
2 CPUs &
6 DIMMs
CPU1 + CPU2
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1/P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1, P2-DIMME1/P2-DIMMF1
2 CPUs &
8 DIMMs
CPU1 + CPU2
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1/P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1, P2-DIMME1/P2-DIMMF1/P2DIMMG1/P2-DIMMH1
2 CPUs &
10~16 DIMMs
CPU1/CPU2
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1/P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1, P2-DIMME1/P2-DIMMF1/P2DIMMG1/P2-DIMMH1 + Any memory pairs in P1, P2 DIMM slots
2 CPUs &
16 DIMMs
CPU1/CPU2
P1-DIMMA1/P1-DIMMB1/P1-DIMMC1/P1-DIMMD1, P2-DIMME1/P2-DIMMF1/P2-DIMMG1/P2-DIMMH1,P1-DIMMA2/P1-DIMMB2/P1-DIMMC2/P1-DIMMD2, P2-DIMME2/
P2-DIMMF2/P2-DIMMG2/P2-DIMMH2
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Memory Capacity
Per DIMM
1DPC
1DPC
2DPC
1.35V
1.5V
1.35V
1.5V
1.35V
1.5V
SRx8
Non-ECC
1GB
2GB
4GB
NA
1066, 1333,
1600
NA
1066,
1333
NA
1066,
1333
DRx8
Non-ECC
2GB
4GB
8GB
NA
1066, 1333,
1600
NA
1066,
1333
NA
1066,
1333
SRx16
Non-ECC
512MB
1GB
2GB
NA
1066, 1333,
1600
NA
1066,
1333
NA
1066,
1333
SRx8 ECC
1GB
2GB
4GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066,
1333
1066
1066,
1333
DRx8 ECC
2GB
4GB
8GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066,
1333
1066
1066,
1333
Note: For detailed information on memory support and updates, please refer to the SMC Recommended
Memory List posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/resources/mem.cfm.
Memory Capacity
Per DIMM
(See the Note Below)
Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated by Slot per Channel (SPC) and
DIMM Per Channel (DPC)
1 Slot Per Channel
1DPC
1DPC
2DPC
1.35V
1.5V
1.35V
1.5V
1.35V
1.5V
SRx8
1GB
2GB
4GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
DRx8
2GB
4GB
8GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
SRx4
2GB
4GB
8GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
DRx4
4GB
8GB
16GB
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
1066,
1333
1066, 1333,
1600
QRx4
8GB
16GB
32GB
800
1066
800
1066
800
800
QRx8
4GB
8GB
16GB
800
1066
800
1066
800
800
Note: For detailed information on memory support and updates, please refer to the SMC Recommended
Memory List posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/resources/mem.cfm.
2-13
Memory Capacity
Per DIMM
1DPC
2 Slots Per
Channel
1DPC and 2DPC
1.35V
1.5V
1.35V
1.5V
QRx4 (DDP)
16GB
32GB
1066,
1333
1066,
1333
1066
1066,
1333
QRx8 (P)
8GB
16GB
1066,
1333
1066,
1333
1066
1066,
1333
Note: For detailed information on memory support and updates, please refer to the
SMC Recommended Memory List posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.
com/support/resources/mem.cfm.
For the memory modules to work properly, please install DIMM modules of the
same type, same speed and same operating frequency on the motherboard.
Mixing of RDIMMs, UDIMMs or LRDIMMs is not allowed. Do not install both
ECC and Non-ECC memory modules on the same motherboard.
Using DDR3 DIMMs with different operating frequencies is not allowed. All channels in a system will run at the lowest common frequency.
2-14
Chapter 2: Installation
Tools Needed
Phillips Screwdriver
Pan head screws (14 pieces)
Standoffs (14 pieces, if needed)
Location of Mounting Holes
There are eight (14) mounting holes on this motherboard indicated by the arrows.
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
LAN
CTRL
BMC
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-15
5. Install the motherboard into the chassis carefully to avoid damaging motherboard components.
6. Using the Phillips screwdriver, insert a Pan head #6 screw into a mounting
hole on the motherboard and its matching mounting hole on the chassis.
2-16
Chapter 2: Installation
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
4
6
3
2
2-17
COM1
Serial Port
Pin #
Definition
Pin #
Definition
DCD
DSR
RXD
RTS
TXD
CTS
DTR
RI
Ground
10
N/A
COM2
COM2
COM1
Video Connection
A Video port is located next to LAN2 on
the I/O backplane. Refer to the board
layout below for the location.
USB2/3
USB0/1
COM1
1. COM1
LAN2
2. COM2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
FAN4
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
3. VGA
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA2
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
Intel PCH
2-18
Chapter 2: Installation
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
Four Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 0/1, 2/3) are located on the I/O back panel
to provide rear USB connections. Four front-accessible USB connections (USB
6/7, 8/9) are located next to S-SATA Port 3. In addition, two Type A USB Embedded Drive connectors (USB 4, USB 5), located next to I-SATA 4/5, are also used
to provide front panel USB connections. (Cables are not included). See the tables
on the right for pin definitions.
Backplane USB
(0/1, 2/3)
Pin Definitions
Pin# Definition
USB 6/8, 4
Pin #
Definition
USB 7/9, 5
Pin #
Definition
+5V
+5V
+5V
PO-
USB_PN2
USB_PN3
PO+
USB_PP2
USB_PP3
Ground
Ground
Ground
NA
Key
10
Ground
4. BP USB Port 3
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
7. Type A USB 4
CPU2
8. Type A USB 5
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
JPW3
FAN6/CPU2
JITP1
JPI2C1
J4
CLOSE 1st
JITP2
CPU1
JPW2
USB5
Battery
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
2
1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
BT1
USB4
SCU-SGPIO1
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
6 5
2-19
4
3
LAN Ports
Pin Definition
Pin# Definition
1
P2V5SB
10
SGND
TD0+
11
Act LED
TD0-
12
P3V3SB
TD1+
13
TD1-
14
TD2+
15
Ground
TD2-
16
Ground
TD3+
17
Ground
TD3-
18
Ground
(NC: No Connection)
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
1. GLAN1
2. GLAN2
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
3. IPMI_LAN
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
JTPM1
I-SATA3
S-SATA0
I-SATA1 I-SATA0 JSD1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
Intel PCH
2-20
Chapter 2: Installation
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
19
Ground
NMI
Power LED
Vcc
HDD LED
Vcc
NIC1 LED
Vcc
NIC2 LED
Vcc
Vcc
Vcc
Ground
Ground
2
2-21
Reset
Reset Button
PWR
Power Button
NMI Button
Pin Definitions (JF1)
Power LED
Pin#
Definition
19
Control
20
Ground
Power LED
Pin Definitions (JF1)
Pin#
Definition
15
3.3V
16
PWR LED
A. NMI
B. PWR LED
20
19
Ground
NMI A
X
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
Vcc
HDD LED
Vcc
NIC1 LED
Vcc
NIC2 LED
Vcc
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
B Power LED
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
Vcc
Vcc
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
Ground
2
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
Reset
Reset Button
PWR
Power Button
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
Battery
Intel PCH
Ground
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
2-22
Chapter 2: Installation
HDD LED
The HDD connection is located on pins 13 and
14 of JF1. Attach a hard drive LED cable here to
display disk activity status (for all HDD activities,
including Serial ATA activities). See the table on
the right for pin definitions.
HDD LED
Pin Definitions (JF1)
Pin#
Definition
13
Vcc
14
HDD Active
GLAN1/2 LED
Pin Definitions (JF1)
The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for GLAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and
12 of JF1, and the LED connection for GLAN Port
2 is on Pins 9 and 10. Attach the NIC LED cables
here to display network activity. Refer to the table
on the right for pin definitions.
Pin#
Definition
Vcc
10
NIC 2 LED
11
Vcc
12
NIC 1 LED
20
19
Ground
NMI
X
USB0/1
COM1
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
Vcc
HDD LED
Vcc
NIC1 LED
Vcc
NIC2 LED
Vcc
JPW4
LAN2
CPU2
BIOS
Power LED
FAN3
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Vcc
Vcc
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
Ground
2
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
Reset
Reset Button
PWR
Power Button
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
Battery
Intel PCH
Ground
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
2-23
Pin#
Definition
Vcc
Red_LED-Cathode/OH/Fan Fail
Definition
Off
Normal
On
Overheat
Flashing
Fan Fail
The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the
table on the right for pin definitions.
Pin#
Definition
3.3V
19
Ground
NMI
X
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
Vcc
HDD LED
Vcc
NIC1 LED
Vcc
NIC2 LED
Vcc
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
Power LED
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMB1
P1-DIMMA2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
Battery
Vcc
Vcc
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
Ground
Ground
2
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA2
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
Reset
Reset Button
PWR
Power Button
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Intel PCH
2-24
Chapter 2: Installation
Reset Button
Reset Button
Pin Definitions (JF1)
Pin#
Definition
Reset
Ground
Power Button
Power Button
Pin Definitions (JF1)
Pin#
Definition
Signal
Ground
A. Reset Button
B. PWR Button
20
19
Ground
NMI
X
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
Power LED
Vcc
HDD LED
Vcc
NIC1 LED
Vcc
NIC2 LED
Vcc
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
P1-DIMMD2
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
Vcc
Vcc
USB4
Battery
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
Reset
Reset Button
Ground
PWR
Power Button
JPW1
FAN1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN5/CPU1
JD1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
FAN-I1
2-25
Ground
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Power Connectors
Definition
13
+3.3V
+3.3V
14
-12V
+3.3V
15
COM
COM
16
PS_ON
+5V
17
COM
COM
18
COM
+5V
19
COM
COM
20
Res (NC)
PWR_OK
21
+5V
5VSB
22
+5V
10
+12V
23
+5V
11
+12V
24
COM
12
+3.3V
Definition
1 through 4
Ground
5 through 8
+12V
(Required)
12V 4-pin Power
Connector
Pin Definitions
Pins
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
COM1
FAN3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
PWR (Req'd)
D. JPW4: 4-pin Processor
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JPW2
JPW1
JPI2C1
JITP2
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
PWR (Req'd)
USB4
USB5
BT1
CPU1
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN-I1
FAN1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN5/CPU1
JD1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
Battery
2-26
PWR (Req'd)
CLOSE 1st
+12V
PWR (Req'd)
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
Ground
3 and 4
CPU2
BIOS
Definition
1 and 2
Chapter 2: Installation
Fan Headers
Fan Header
Pin Definitions
Pin#
Definition
Ground
+12V
Tachometer
Chassis Intrusion
Chassis Intrusion
Pin Definitions
Intrusion Input
Ground
C D
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
LAN2
COM1
JPW4
Definition
FAN3
FANC
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Pin#
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
D. Fan 4
E. Fan 5 (CPU1 Fan)
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
OPEN 1st
H. Fan B
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
I. Fan C
JPW3
JITP1
JITP2
JPI2C1
J4
CLOSE 1st
J. Fan D
F
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
USB4
Battery
OPEN 1st
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
L H
JBAT1
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Intel PCH
2-27
B. Fan 2
C. Fan 3
CPU2
BIOS
A. Fan 1
K. Fan 11
L. Chassis Intrusion
Power LED/Speaker
Pin Setting
Anode (+)
Pin2
Cathode (-)
Pin3
Pin Setting
External Speaker
Pins 6-7
Internal Speaker
Pin#
Definitions
Pin 1
Pos. (+)
Beep In
Pin 2
Neg. (-)
Alarm
Speaker
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
COM1
FAN3
VGA
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
Definition
Pins 4-7
BMC
NA
Speaker Connector
Pin Settings
Internal Speaker
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Definition
Pin 1
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
B
FAN1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN5/CPU1
JD1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-28
B. Internal Speaker
(Buzzer)
CPU2
BIOS
A. PWR LED/Speaker
Chapter 2: Installation
TPM Header/Port 80
TPM/Port 80 Header
Pin Definitions
Pin #
GND
LFRAME#
<(KEY)>
LRESET#
+5V (X)
LAD 3
LAD 2
+3.3V
10
LAD1
11
LAD0
12
GND
13
SMB_CLK4
14
SMB_DAT4
15
+3V_DUAL
16
SERIRQ
17
GND
18
CLKRUN# (X)
19
LPCPD#
20
LDRQ# (X)
OH/Fan Fail LED
Status
Pin#
Definition
State
Message
5vDC
Solid
Overheat
OH Active
Blinking
Fan Fail
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
COM1
FAN3
VGA
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
A
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
Intel PCH
2-29
Definition
Overheat LED
Pin Definitions
BMC
Pin #
LCLK
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Definition
A. TPM/Port 80 Header
B. JOH1
T-SGPIO/S-SGPIO
Pin Definitions
Pin#
Definition
Pin
Definition
NC
NC
Ground
Data
Load
Ground
Clock
NC
PWR SMB
Pin Definitions
Clock
Data
PWR Fail
Ground
+3.3V
USB0/1
A. T-SGPIO1
FAN4
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
B. T-SGPIO2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
Definition
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Pin#
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
C. S-SGPIO1
D. PWR SMB
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN5/CPU1
JD1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
SCU-SGPIO1
Battery
I-SATA1
B A
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
2-30
Chapter 2: Installation
IPMB
IPMB Header
Pin Definitions
Pin#
Definition
Data
Ground
Clock
No Connection
DOM PWR
Pin Definitions
+5V
Ground
Ground
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
JPW4
FANC
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
Definition
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Pin#
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-31
A. IPMB
B. SATA DOM PWR
FAN4
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
JPW3
FAN6/CPU2
JPI2C1
JPW2
JPW1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
T-SGPIO1
FAN1
JL1
FANB
JPT1
JF1
FANA
FAN5/CPU1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
2-32
JPW4
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
P1-DIMMB2
P2-DIMMF2
JITP1
OPEN 1st
JBAT1
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
LED1
USB5
Battery
Pin#
Definition
1
+5V Standby
2
Ground
3
Wake-up
CPU2
OPEN 1st
A. Standby PWR
FAN3
FANC
FAND
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
CLOSE 1st
J4
JITP2
CPU1
USB4
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
JSTBY1
FAN-I1
JWD1
CPU2
BIOS
CLOSE 1st
JIPMB1
Standby PWR
Pin Definitions
COM1
USB0/1
USB2/3
VGA
IPMI_LAN
LAN1 PS2 KB/MS
LAN2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
COM2
JBT1
Intel PCH
JD1
SCU-SGPIO1
BT1
Chapter 2: Installation
Connector
Pins
Jumper
Cap
Setting
GLAN Enable/Disable
LAN Enable
Jumper Settings
Disabled
FAN4
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
JPW4
FANC
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
Enabled (default)
2-3
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
1-2
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-33
A. GLAN1/2 Enable
Watch Dog (JWD1) is a system monitor that will reboot the system when a software application hangs.
Close Pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application
hangs. Close Pins 2-3 to generate a non-maskable
interrupt signal for the application that hangs. See
the table on the right for jumper settings. Watch
Dog must also be enabled in the BIOS.
USB0/1
Reset (default)
Pins 2-3
NMI
Open
Disabled
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
B
BIOS
USB4
JPW2
USB5
Battery
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
Intel PCH
BT1
CPU1
2-34
Definition
Pins 1-2
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
Jumper Setting
A. Clear CMOS
B. Watch Dog Enable
Chapter 2: Installation
VGA Enable
VGA Enable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting
Definition
1-2
Enabled (Default)
2-3
Disabled
BMC Enable
BMC Enable
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting
Definition
Pins 1-2
BMC Enable
Pins 2-3
Normal (Default)
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
JPW4
FANC
LAN2
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
A
B
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-35
A. VGA Enabled
B. BMC Enabled
ME Recovery
Jumper Settings
Use Jumper JPME1 to select ME Firmware Recovery mode, which will limit
Jumper Setting
Normal (Default)
2-3
ME Recovery
ME Recovery
Jumper Settings
Jumper Setting
Normal (Default)
2-3
ME Recovery
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
2-36
Definition
1-2
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
LAN
CTRL
BMC
Definition
1-2
A. JPME1
B. JPME2
FAN4
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
JPW3
FAN6/CPU2
JPI2C1
JPW2
JPW1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
T-SGPIO1
FAN1
JL1
FANB
JPT1
JF1
FANA
FAN5/CPU1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
2-37
JPW4
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
P1-DIMMB2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
JITP1
Battery
USB5
OPEN 1st
JBAT1
FAN3
FANC
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
LED1
CLOSE 1st
J4
JITP2
CPU1
USB4
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JSTBY1
FAN-I1
JWD1
JBT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
CLOSE 1st
JIPMB1
BIOS
FAND
COM2
CPU2
IPMI_LAN
LAN1 PS2 KB/MS
LAN2
BMC
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
COM1
USB0/1
USB2/3
VGA
1-2
Enabled
2-3
Disabled (Default)
Definition
Jumper Setting
Jumpers JI C1 and JI C2 allow you to connect the System Management Bus (I2C) to
A. I2C1
B. I2C2
LAN
CTRL
JI2C to PCI-Exp
Jumper Settings
2
CPU2
JD1
SCU-SGPIO1
BT1
Chapter 2: Installation
GLAN LEDs
There are two LAN ports on the motherboard. Each Ethernet LAN port has
two LEDs. The Yellow LED on the right
indicates activity. The LED on the left is
the Link LED, which can be green, amber
or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the tables at right for more
information.
Activity LED
Status
Definition
Yellow
Flashing
Active
Definition
Off
No Connection or 10 Mbps
Green
100 Mbps
Amber
1 Gbps
LAN 1/LAN 2
IPMI LAN
IPMI LAN
(X8ST3-F)
Color/State
100 Mbps
Activity (Right)
Amber: Blinking
Active
USB0/1
A. LAN1/2 LEDs
FAN4
USB2/3
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
LAN
CTRL
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
OPEN 1st
JBT1
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
Intel PCH
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Definition
Link (Left)
A
VGA
BMC
Activity LED
Link LED
Chapter 2: Installation
Onboard Power LED
LED Color
Definition
Off
Green
System On
Green:
Flashing
Quickly
ACPI S1 State
Green:
Flashing
Slowly
Color/State
Green:
Blinking
USB0/1
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
FAND
COM2
LAN
CTRL
BMC
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
CPU2
OPEN 1st
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JITP2
JPI2C1
CLOSE 1st
JPW3
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
B
A
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
BIOS
USB4
JBAT1
Intel PCH
OPEN 1st
JBT1
A
FAN1
FAN5/CPU1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
T-SGPIO1
JD1
JPW1
FAN-I1
S-SATA1
I-SATA2
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
JTPM1
I-SATA3
I-SATA1
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
BT1
CPU1
Battery
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Definition
BMC: Normal
A. PWR LED
B. BMC Heartbeat LED
Serial ATA
Pin Definitions
Pin#
Definition
Ground
TX_P
TX_N
Ground
RX_N
RX_P
Ground
COM1
FAN3
LAN2
JPW4
FANC
BMC
FAND
COM2
X9DRG-QF
Rev. 1.02
USB0/1
FAN4
USB2/3
VGA
LAN
CTRL
IPMI_LAN
P2-DIMMG1
P2-DIMMG2
P2-DIMMH1
P2-DIMMH2
JIPMB1
F. I-SATA5
G. S-SATA0
H. S-SATA1
OPEN 1st
I. S-SATA2
J. S-SATA3
P1-DIMMA1
P1-DIMMA2
P1-DIMMB1
P2-DIMME2
P2-DIMMF2
P2-DIMMF1
P2-DIMME1
P1-DIMMD1
P1-DIMMD2
P1-DIMMC2
P1-DIMMC1
JPW3
JITP2
JPI2C1
J4
JITP1
FAN6/CPU2
LED1
JSTBY1
P1-DIMMB2
JWD1
CLOSE 1st
USB4
Battery
JBAT1
Intel PCH
JPW1
FAN-I1
2-40
FAN1
FANA
JF1
JPT1
JL1
FANB
SP1
LED2 SP1
JOH1
FAN5/CPU1
JD1
FAN2
JPAC1
USB6/7
USB8/9
S-SATA3
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
T-SGPIO1
S-SATA0
I-SATA0 JSD1
I-SATA2
A
G H I
OPEN 1st
JBT1
JTPM1
I-SATA1
I-SATA3
SCU-SGPIO1
JPW2
USB5
E C
BT1
CPU1
F D
C. I-SATA2
E. I-SATA4
CLOSE 1st
CPU2
B. I-SATA1
D. I-SATA3
CPU2
BIOS
A. I-SATA0
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
chassis.
2. Disconnect all ribbon/wire cables from the motherboard, including those for
the keyboard and mouse.
3. Remove all add-on cards.
4. Install CPU 1 first (making sure it is fully seated) and connect the front panel
connectors to the motherboard.
No Power
1. Make sure that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the
chassis.
2. Make sure that the ATX power connectors are properly connected
3. Check that the 115V/230V switch on the power supply is properly set, if available.
4. Turn the power switch on and off to test the system, if applicable.
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.
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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 Appendix A
for details on beep codes.
If there is no error beep, try to turn on the system without DIMM modules in-
stalled. If there is still no error beep, try to turn on the system again with only
one processor installed in CPU Socket#1. If there is still no error beep, replace
the motherboard.
If there are error beeps, clear the CMOS settings by unplugging the power
cord and contracting both pads on the CMOS Clear Jumper (JBT1). (Refer to
Section 2-8 in Chapter 2.)
2. Remove all components from the motherboard, especially the DIMM modules. Make sure that the system's power is on, and memory error beeps are
activated.
3. Turn on the system with only one DIMM module installed. If the system
boots, check for bad DIMM modules or slots by following the Memory Errors
Troubleshooting procedure in this Chapter.
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
Memory Errors
When a No-Memory Beep Code is issued by the system, check the following:
1. Make sure that the memory modules are compatible with the system and that
the DIMM modules are properly and fully installed. (For memory compatibility,
refer to the Memory Compatibility Chart posted on our Website @ http://www.
supermicro.com.)
2. Check if different speeds of DIMMs have been installed. It is strongly recommended that you use the same RAM speed for all DIMMs in the system.
3. Make sure that you are using the correct type of Registered (RDIMM)/Load
Reduced (LRDIMM) ECC or Unbuffered (UDIMM) ECC/Non-ECC DDR3
memory modules as recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Check for bad DIMM modules or slots by swapping a single module among
all memory slots and check the results.
5. Make sure that all memory modules are fully seated in their slots. Follow the
instructions given in Section 2-4 in Chapter 2.
6. Please follow the instructions given in the DIMM Population Tables listed in
Section 2-4 to install your memory modules.
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
System configuration
4. An example of a Technical Support form is on our website at (http://www.
supermicro.com).
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.
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
Question: What are the various types of memory that my motherboard can
support?
Answer: The motherboard supports correct type of Registered (RDIMM)/Load
Reduced (LRDIMM) ECC or Unbuffered (UDIMM) ECC/Non-ECC DDR3 memory
modules. To enhance memory performance, do not mix memory modules of different speeds and sizes. Please follow all memory installation instructions given on
Section 2-4 in Chapter 2.
Question: How do I update my BIOS?
It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing
any problems with your system. Updated BIOS files are located on our website
at http://www.supermicro.com. Please check our BIOS warning message and the
information on how to update your BIOS on our website. Select your motherboard
model and download the BIOS file to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS
revision to make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You can
choose from the zip file and the .exe file. If you choose the zip BIOS file, please
unzip the BIOS file onto a bootable USB device. Run the batch file using the format
AMI.bat filename.rom from your bootable USB device to flash the BIOS. Then, your
system will automatically reboot.
Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent
possible system boot failure!)
Note: The SPI BIOS chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed.
Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for
repair. For BIOS Recovery instructions, please refer to the AMI BIOS
Recovery Instructions posted at http://www.supermicro.com.
Question: How do I handle the used battery?
Answer: Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any
way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do
not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Please comply with the
regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose
of your used battery properly. (Refer to Section 3-3 on Page 3-6.)
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Chapter 4
BIOS
4-1 Introduction
This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DRG-QF. It also provides
the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens. The AMI
ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated.
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4-3
Boot Features
Quiet Boot
This feature allows the user to select bootup screen display between POST messages and the OEM logo. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select
Enabled to display the OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
AddOn ROM Display Mode
Use this item to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to
use the current AddOn ROM Display setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option
ROM display mode set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and
Keep Current.
Bootup Num-Lock
Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the Numlock key. The options are
Off and On.
Wait For 'F1' If Error
Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error
occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
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Power Configuration
Watch Dog Function
If enabled, the Watch Dog timer will allow the system to reboot when it is inactive
for more than 5 minutes. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Power Button Function
If this feature is set to Instant Off, the system will power off immediately as soon
as the user presses the power button. If this feature is set to 4 Seconds Override,
the system will power off when the user presses the power button for 4 seconds or
longer. The options are Instant Off and 4 Seconds Override.
Restore on AC Power Loss
Use this feature to set the power state after a power outage. Select Stay Off for the
system power to remain off after a power loss. Select Power On for the system
power to be turned on after a power loss. Select Last State to allow the system
to resume its last state before a power loss. The options are Power On, Stay Off,
and Last State.
CPU Configuration
This submenu displays the information of the CPU as detected by the BIOS. It also
allows the user to configuration CPU settings.
Type of CPU
CPU Signature
Microcode Patch
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CPU Stepping
Maximum CPU Speed
Minimum CPU Speed
Processor Cores
Intel HT (Hyper-Threading) Technology
Intel VT-x Technology
Intel SMX Technology
L1 Data Cache
L1 Code Cache
L2 Cache
L3 Cache
CPU Speed
This item displays the speed of the CPU installed in Socket 1/Socket 2.
64-bit
This item indicates if the CPU installed in Socket 1 or Socket 2 supports 64-bit
technology.
Clock Spread Spectrum
Select Enable to enable Clock Spectrum support, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the
components whenever needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
RTID (Record Types IDs)
This feature displays the total number of Record Type IDs for local and remote
pools. The options are Optimal and Alternate.
Hyper-threading
Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Chipset Configuration
North Bridge
This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge.
Integrated IO Configuration
Intel VT-d
Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O
VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VWM (Virtual Working
Memory) through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected
I/O resource sharing across Intel platforms, providing greater reliability, security
and availability in networking and data-sharing. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
Data Direct I/O
Select Enabled to enable Intel I/OAT (I/O Acceleration Technology), which significantly reduces CPU overhead by leveraging CPU architectural improvements
and freeing the system resource for other tasks. The options are Disabled and
Enabled.
DCA Support
When set to Enabled, this feature uses Intel's DCA (Direct Cache Access)
Technology to improve data transfer efficiency. The default is Enabled and can
not be changed.
IIO 1 PCIe Port Bifurcation Control
This submenu configures the following IO PCIe Port Bifurcation Control settings
for IIO 1 PCIe ports to determine how the available PCI-Express lanes to be
distributed between the PCI-Exp. Root Ports.
CPU1 Slot 2 PCI-E 3.0 x16 OPROM
This feature allows the user to set the PCI-Exp bus speed for the slot specified
above. The options are Gen1 (Generation 1), Gen2 and Gen3.
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QPI Configuration
Current QPI Link
This item displays the current status of the QPI Link.
Current QPI Frequency
This item displays the frequency of the QPI Link.
Isoc
Select Enabled to enable Ischronous support to meet QoS (Quality of Service)
requirements. This feature is especially important for virtualization technology.
The options are Enabled and Disabled.
QPI (Quick Path Interconnect) Link Speed Mode
Use this feature to select data transfer speed for QPI Link connections. The
options are Fast and Slow.
QPI Link Frequency Select
Use this feature to select the desired QPI frequency. The options are Auto, 6.4
GT/s, 7.2 GT/s, and 8.0 GT/s.
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DIMM Configuration
This section displays the following DIMM information.
Current Memory Mode
This item displays the current memory mode.
Current Memory Speed
This item displays the current memory speed.
Mirroring
This item displays if memory mirroring is supported by the motherboard. Memory
mirroring creates a duplicate copy of the data stored in the memory to enhance
data security.
Sparing
This item displays if memory sparing is supported by the motherboard. Memory
sparing enhances system performance.
DIMM Information
CPU Socket 1 DIMM Information/ CPU Socket 2 DIMM Information
The status of the memory modules detected by the BIOS will be displayed as
detected by the BIOS.
Memory Mode
When Independent is selected, all DIMMs are available to the operating system.
When Mirroring is selected, the motherboard maintains two identical copies of all
data in memory for data backup. When Lockstep is selected, the motherboard
uses two areas of memory to run the same set of operations in parallel. The
options are Independent, Mirroring, and Lock Step.
DRAM RAPL Mode
RAPL (Running Average Power Limit) provides mechanisms to enforce power
consumption limits on supported processors The options are DRAM RAPL
MODE0 , DRAM RAPL MODE1, and Disabled.
DDR Speed
Use this feature to force a DDR3 memory module to run at a frequency other
than what is specified in the specification. The options are Auto, Force DDR3800, Force DDR3-1066, Force DDR3-1333, Force DDR3-1600 and Force SPD.
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SATA Configuration
When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence
of IDE or SATA devices and displays the following items.
SATA Port0~SATA Port5: The AMI BIOS displays the status of each SATA port
as detected by the BIOS.
SATA Mode
Use this feature to configure SATA mode for a selected SATA port. The options are
Disabled, IDE Mode, AHCI Mode and RAID Mode. The following are displayed
depending on your selection:
IDE Mode
The following items are displayed when IDE Mode is selected:
Serial-ATA (SATA) Controller 0~1
Use this feature to activate or deactivate the SATA controller, and set the
compatibility mode. The options for SATA Controller 0 are Disabled, Enhanced, and Compatible. The options for SATA Controller 1 are Disabled
and Enhanced.
AHCI Mode
The following items are displayed when the AHCI Mode is selected.
Aggressive Link Power Management
Select Enabled to enable Aggressive Link Power Management support
for Cougar Point B0 stepping and beyond. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
Port 0~5 Hot Plug
Select Enabled to enable hot-plug support for a particular port, which will
allow the user to change a hardware component or device without shutting
down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Staggered Spin Up
Select Enabled to enable Staggered Spin-up support to prevent excessive
power consumption caused by multiple HDDs spinning-up simultaneously.
The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration
PCI ROM Priority
Use this feature to select the Option ROM to boot the system when there are multiple Option ROMs available in the system. The options are EFI Compatible ROM
and Legacy ROM.
PCI Latency Timer
Use this feature to set the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus.
Select 64 to set the PCI latency to 64 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32, 64, 96,
128, 160, 192, 224 and 248.
Above 4G Decoding (Available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding)
Select Enabled to decode a PCI device that supports 64-bit in the space above 4G
Address. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
PERR# Generation
Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate a PERR number for a PCI Bus
Signal Error Event. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
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Slot
Slot
Slot
Slot
2 PCI-E 3.0 x16 OPROM/ CPU1 Slot 4 PCI-E 3.0 x16 OPROM/
6 PCI-E 3.0 x16 OPROM/ CPU2 Slot 8 PCI-E 3.0 x16 OPROM/
9 PCI-E 3.0 x8 OPROM/ CPU1 Slot 10 PCI-E 3.0 x8 OPROM/
11 PCI-E 3.0 x4 OPROM/
Select Enabled to enable Option ROM support to boot the computer using a
network interface from the slots specified above. The options are Enabled and
Disabled.
Onboard LAN Option ROM Select
Select iSCSI to use the iSCSI Option ROM to boot the computer using a network
device. Select PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) to use an PXE Option ROM
to boot the computer using a network device. The options are iSCSI and PXE.
Load Onboard LAN1 Option ROM/Load Onboard LAN2 Option ROM
Select Enabled to enable the onboard LAN1 Option ROM~LAN2 Option ROM. This
is to boot the computer using a network device. The default setting for LAN1 Option ROM is Enabled, and the default setting for LAN2 Option ROM is Disabled.
VGA Priority
This feature allows the user to select the graphics adapter to be used as the primary
boot device. The options are Onboard, and Offboard.
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Super IO Configuration
Super IO Chip: This item displays the Super IO chip used in the motherboard.
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Redirection Settings
This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange
data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.
Out-of-Band Management Port
The feature selects a serial port used by the Microsoft Windows Emergency
Management Services (EMS) to communicate with a remote server. The options
are COM1 and COM2.
Terminal Type
This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirection. Select VT100 to use the ASCII character set. Select VT100+
to add color and function key support. Select ANSI to use the extended ASCII
character set. Select VT-UTF8 to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters
into one or more bytes. The options are ANSI, VT100, VT100+, and VT-UTF8.
Bits Per Second
This item sets the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client
computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.
The options are 9600, 19200, 57600, and 115200 (bits per second).
Flow Control
This feature allows the user to set the flow control for Console Redirection to
prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending
data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/
CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff.
Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits
The status of these features is displayed.
ACPI Settings
Use this feature to configure Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
power management settings for your system.
ACPI Sleep State
Use this feature to select the ACPI State when the system is in sleep mode. Select
S1 (CPU_Stop_Clock) to erase all CPU caches and stop executing instructions.
Power to the CPU(s) and RAM is maintained, but RAM is refreshed. Select Suspend
Disabled to use power-reduced mode. Power will only be supplied to limited com-
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ME Subsystem
This feature displays the following ME Subsystem Configuration settings.
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Add an Attempt
Delete Attempts
Commit Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Change Attempt Order
Commit Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Intel I350 Gigabit Network Connections: These items display the following
information on the Intel I350 LAN connections.
NIC Configuration
Link Speed
Use this feature to change the link speed and duplex for the current port. The options are AutoNeg, 10Mbps Half, 10Mbps Full, 100Mbps Half, and 100Mbps full.
Wake on LAN
Select enabled to wake the system with a magic packet. The options are Enabled
and Disabled.
Blink LEDs
This feature allows the user to specify the duration for LEDs to blink. The range is
from 0 ~ 15 seconds. The default setting is 0.
PORT CONFIGURATION INFORMATION
This section displays the following port information:
UEFI Driver
Adapter PBA
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Chip Type
PCI Device ID
PCI Bus:Device:Function
Link Status
Factory MAC Address
Alternate MAC Address
4-4 Event Logs
Select the Event Logs tab to access the following submenu items.
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4-5 IPMI
Select the IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) tab to access the following submenu items.
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4-6 Boot
This submenu allows the user to configure the following boot settings for the
system.
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4-7 Security
This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the
system.
Administrator Password
Use this feature to set the Administrator Password which is required to enter the
BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 8
characters long.
User Password
Use this feature to set a User Password which is required to log into the system
and to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3
characters to 8 characters long.
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Appendix A
BIOS Error Beep Codes
During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each
system boot, errors may occur.
Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to
boot. The error messages normally appear on the screen.
Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue with bootup procedure. 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 correspond to the number of beeps for the
corresponding error.
Error Message
Description
1 beep
Refresh
Ready to boot
Memory error
5 beeps
No Con-In or No
Con-Out devices
Refresh
System OH
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System Overheat
Notes
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Appendix B
Software Installation Instructions
B-1 Installing Software Programs
After you've installed the 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 programs, click the icons to the right of these items.
Note: To install the Windows OS, please refer to the instructions posted
on our Website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
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B-2
Note: The SDIII utility and the user guide can be downloaded from our
website at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/
SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we will still recommend that you use
SuperDoctorII.
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Notes
B-4
(Disclaimer Continued)
The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices,
aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic
property damage. Accordingly, Supermicro disclaims any and all liability, and should buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous applications, it does so
entirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend and hold Supermicro harmless for and against any and all claims, demands, actions, litigation, and
proceedings of any kind arising out of or related to such ultra-hazardous use or sale.