USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.2X8STi-FX8STi-3FX8STiX8STi-LN4
1-2X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual Motherboard (X8STi-3F) Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PC
A-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualNotes
Appendix B: Installing the Windows OSB-1Appendix B Installing the Windows OSAfter allhardwarecomponentshavebeeninstalled,youmustrstcongu
B-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual GuideB-2 Installing the Windows OS to a Non-RAID System1. Insert Microsoft&apos
Appendix C: Software Installation InstructionsC-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNote: Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to v
C-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualSuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)C-2 ConguringSuperDoctor® II
Appendix C: Software Installation InstructionsC-3SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: The SuperDoctor III software and m
C-4 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualNotes
Appendix D: BIOS Recovery D-1Appendix D - BIOS RecoveryThe recovery procedure described in this section is to be used only when advised by your Superm
D-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual5. When the Boot Sector Recovery Process is complete, the system will reboot automatically and you
(Disclaimer Continued)The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear fa
Chapter 1: Introduction1-3Motherboard LayoutImportant Notes to the User•See Chapter 2 for detailed information on jumpers, I/O ports and JF1 front pa
1-4X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 Quick ReferenceX8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN
Chapter 1: Introduction1-5X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 JumpersJPUSB1 BP USB0/1 Wake-up Pins 1-2 (Enabled)JPUSB2 FP USB 2/3, 4/5 Wake-up Pins 2-3 (
1-6X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualX8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 LED IndicatorsLED Description Color/State StatusDP1 BMC Heartbeat LE
Chapter 1: Introduction1-7Motherboard FeaturesCPU• Single Intel® Core™ i7 and and Intel® Xeon® 5500/3500 series processors in an LGA1366 socket.Memor
1-8X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual• Supports RAID 0, 1, 10 under the Linux OS environmentSAS Connections (for the X8STi-3F only)• Eig
Chapter 1: Introduction1-9• Main switch override mechanism• Keyboard Wake-up from Soft-Off• USB Wake-up from Soft-Off• Wake-on-LAN• Power-on mode
1-10X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualX8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 System Block DiagramNote: This is a general block diagram and may n
Chapter 1: Introduction1-111-2 Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and the capability of the Intel X58 Express chipset, the X8STi/X8STi-F/X
Manual Revision 1.2Release Date: February 23, 2012Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer, Inc., you may not copy
1-12X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual1-3 PC Health MonitoringThis section describes the PC health monitoring features of the X8STi/X8STi
Chapter 1: Introduction1-13Slow Blinking LED for Suspend-State IndicatorWhen the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start blink
1-14X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manualtions required by the CPU, some are inadequate. A 2-Amp of current supply on a 5V Standby rail is st
Chapter 1: Introduction1-15The WPCM450 communicates with onboard components via six SMBus interfaces, fan control, Platform Environment Control Interf
1-16X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualNotes
Chapter 2: Installation2-1Chapter 2 Installation2-1 Static-Sensitive DevicesElectrostatic-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To pre
2-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual2-2 Processor and Heatsink InstallationWhen handling the processor package, avoid placing di
Chapter 2: Installation2-34. After removing the plastic cap, using yourthumbandtheindexnger,hold the CPU at the north and south center edges.
2-4 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualInstall a Heatsink Bracket on the reverse side of the boardNotes: •A heatsink bracket (BKT_00
Chapter 2: Installation2-5Removing the HeatsinkWarning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be re-moved. However, if you do need to remo
PrefaceThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use
2-6 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual2-3 Mounting the Motherboard into the ChassisAll motherboards have standard mounting hol
Chapter 2: Installation2-72-4 Installing and Removing the Memory ModulesNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTION Ex
2-8 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualMemory SupportThe X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 supports up to 24 GB unbuffered ECC or Non
Chapter 2: Installation2-9Possible System Memory Allocation & AvailabilitySystem Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (-Available)(4 GB Total Sy
2-10 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual2-5 Connectors/IO PortsTheI/OportsarecolorcodedinconformancewiththePC99specicat
Chapter 2: Installation2-11ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortsThe ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are located next to the Back Panel USB Ports 0/1
2-12 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC11. Backplane USB 02. Backplane USB 13. Front Panel USB 2/34. Front Pane
Chapter 2: Installation2-13Ethernet PortsTwo Ethernet ports (LAN1/LAN2) are located next to the VGA port on the IO Backplane. Two additional Ether-net
2-14 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual12Serial PortsA COM Port is located on the IO Backplane and a Serial port is lo-cated next to
Chapter 2: Installation2-151. VGA Video ConnectorA Video (VGA) connector is located next to the COM Port on the IO backplane. This connector is used t
X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualConventions Used in the Manual:Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper
2-16 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualFront Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are norma
Chapter 2: Installation2-17FrontControlPanelPinDenitionsPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the tab
2-18 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualPower ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LED#3~4#1~2VccVcc
Chapter 2: Installation2-19Power ButtonOH/Fan Fail LED1NIC1 LEDReset Button2Power Fail LEDHDD LEDPower LED#3~4#1~2VccVcc/UID SwitchVccVcc/Blue UID LED
2-20 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualPower Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily conta
Chapter 2: Installation2-21LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC12-6 Connecting CablesThissectionprovidesbriefdescriptionsandpin-outdenitionsforonboardhea
2-22 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1Fan HeaderPinDenitionsPin#Denition1 Ground (Black)2 2.5A/
Chapter 2: Installation2-23LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1Internal BuzzerThe Internal Buzzer (SPKR1) can be used to provide audible indications for various bee
2-24 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1A. Overheat/Fan Fail LEDB. NIC3_LED (X8STi-LN4)C. NIC4_LED (X8STi-LN4)O
Chapter 2: Installation2-25LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1A. PWR LEDB. PWR SMBPower Supply I2C ConnectorPower Supply (I2C) Connector, locat-ed at SMB_PS1 on th
Contacting SupermicrovContacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.Tel: +1 (408) 503-8
2-26 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1Serial_Link-SGPIOPinDenitionsPin#Denition PinDe
Chapter 2: Installation2-27LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1Wake-On-LANThe Wake-On-LAN header is located at JWOL on the motherboard. See the table on the right
2-28 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1A. PWR Supply FailureB. UIDABPower Supply FailureConnect a cable from y
Chapter 2: Installation2-29LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC12-7 Jumper SettingsExplanation of JumpersTo modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be
2-30 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1CMOS ClearJBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumpe
Chapter 2: Installation2-31LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1PCI Slot_SMB EnableJumper Settings JumperSettingDenitionShort EnabledOpen (Default) Disab
2-32 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1AA. BP USB 0/1 Wake-upB. FP USB 2/3, 4/5 Wake-upC. FP USB 6, 7 Wake-upU
Chapter 2: Installation2-33LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1SAS Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JumperSettingsDenitionPins 1-2 Enabled (Default)Pins 2
2-34 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualJBMC1Jumper Settings SettingsDenitionPins 1-2 Default(Note: Do not change the manu
Chapter 2: Installation2-35LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDsTwo LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the IO Backplane of the motherboard. Anot
vi X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualTable of ContentsPrefaceAbout This Motherboard ...
2-36 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1SAS Heartbeat LED (X8STi-3F Only)A SAS Heartbeat LED is located at LES2
Chapter 2: Installation2-37LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1Onboard PWR LED Indicator LED SettingsLEDColorDenitionOff System OffOn System on, orSyste
2-38 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualUID-LED TheUnitIdentierLEDIndicatorislocatedat LE2 on the motherboard. When the blue
Chapter 2: Installation2-39LSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC12-9 SATA/SAS and Floppy Drive ConnectionsNotethefollowingconditionswhenconnectingtheSerialAT
2-40 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualLSI 1068ENIC4 LEDJBMC1AA. FloppyFloppy ConnectorThe oppy connector is located nextto t
3-1Chapter 3: TroubleshootingChapter 3 Troubleshooting3-1 Troubleshooting ProceduresUse the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If y
3-2 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's Manual2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. (Refer to Appendix A for details on be
3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshootingcom/support/bios/).Note: NotallBIOS can be ashed. Somecannot be ashed; itdependsonthemodicationstothe
3-4 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualQuestion: How do I update my BIOS?Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS i
3-5Chapter 3: Troubleshootingand install the applications you need. Applications on the CD include chipset drivers for Windows, security and audio dri
viiTable of ContentsBack Panel Connectors and IO Ports ... 2-10ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mous
3-6 X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User's ManualNotes
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-1Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4. The
4-2X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualHow to Start the Setup UtilityNormally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the mem
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-3System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed:System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system t
4-4X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual4-3 AdvancedSetupCongurationsUsethearrowkeystoselectBootSetupandhit<Enter>toac
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-5Wait For 'F1' If ErrorThis forces the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The
4-6X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manualting. Select Auto for the BIOS to automatically select the CPU multiplier setting for your system. Th
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-7Intel AES-NI (When supported by the CPU)Intel® AES instructions are a new set of instructions available beginning with the the a
4-8X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualTDC Limit ValueThis option sets the processor's electrical current value. The default setting is
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-9DCA Prefetch DelayA DCA Prefetch is used with TOE components to prefetch data in order to shorten execution cyclesandmaximize
viiiUSB Wake-Up ... 2-32SAS Enable/Disable (X8STi-3F Only) ...
4-10X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualMemory Mode The options are Independent, Channel Mirror, Lockstep and Sparing.Independent - All DIMM
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-11SR-IOV SupportEnable this item to support Single Root I/O Virtualization and Sharing (SR-IOV). The options are Disabled and Enb
4-12X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualFloppy AThisfeatureallowstheusertoselectthetypeofoppydriveconnectedtothesys-tem. The
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-13over 137 GB, your system must be equipped with a 48-bit LBA mode addressing. If not, contact your manufacturer or install an AT
4-14X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualSelect MWDMA0 to allow the BIOS to use Multi Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 4.2 MB/
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-15Clear NVRAMThis feature clears the NVRAM during system boot. The options are No and Yes.Plug & Play OSSelectingYesallows
4-16X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualLoad SAS Option ROM (X8STi-3F Only)This feature is to load the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) option ROM
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-17Flow ControlThisfeatureallowstheusertosettheowcontrolforConsoleRedirection.Theoptions are None, Hardware, and So
4-18X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual•The Default Alarm: Select this setting if you want the CPU overheat alarm (including the LED and t
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-19Note: In both the alarms above, please take immediate action as shown below. See CPU Overheat Alarm to modify the above alarm s
Chapter 1: Introduction1-1Chapter 1 Introduction1-1 OverviewChecklistCongratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged le
4-20X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualCPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase for effective system cooling. Sel
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-21ACPI APIC SupportSelect Enabled to include the ACPI APIC Table Pointer in the RSDT (Root System Description Table) pointer list
4-22X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualSetLANCongurationSetthisfeaturetoconguretheIPMILANadapterwithanetworkaddress.Channe
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-23EventLogCongurationView Event LogUse this option to view the System Event Log.Mark all events as readThis option marks all
4-24X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual4-4 Security SettingsThe AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both pass-w
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-25UsethisfeaturetocongureBootSettings:Boot Device PriorityThis feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priorit
4-26X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s Manual4-6 Exit OptionsSelect the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS S
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS4-27gurationparameterscantakeeffect.SelectSaveChangesandExitfromtheExitmenuandpress<Enter>.Discard Changes a
4-28X8STi/X8STi-F/X8STi-3F/X8STi-LN4 User’s ManualNotes
Appendix A: POST Error Beep CodesA-1Appendix A POST Error Beep CodesThis section lists POST (Power On Self Test) error beep codes for the AMI BIOS.
Comentarios a estos manuales