Gigabyte GA-7PCSLD User manual

GA-7PCSLD
LGA1356 socket motherboard for Intel®Xeon®series processors
User's Manual
Rev. 1001

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................5
GA-7PCSLD Motherboard Layout...................................................................................6
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications.................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 12
1-3-1 Installing the CPU...................................................................................................12
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................13
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 14
1-4-1 Dual/3ChannelMemoryConguration ..................................................................14
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................15
1-5 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 16
1-6 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 17
1-7 Jumper Setting............................................................................................... 29
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................34
2-1 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 36
2-2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................. 38
2-2-1 PCIConguration ...................................................................................................39
2-2-2 Trusted Computing (Optioanl) ................................................................................40
2-2-3 CPUConguration..................................................................................................41
2-2-3-1 CPUPowerManagementConguration ................................................................44
2-2-4 Runtime Error Logging ...........................................................................................46
2-2-5 SATAConguration.................................................................................................47
2-2-6 SASConguration..................................................................................................48
2-2-7 InfoReportConguration .......................................................................................49
2-2-8 SuperIOConguration...........................................................................................50
2-2-9 Serial Port Console Redirection ............................................................................52
2-3 Chipset Menu................................................................................................. 55
2-3-1 NorthBridgeConguration.....................................................................................56
2-3-1-1 IOHConguration...................................................................................................58
2-3-1-2 DIMM Information...................................................................................................60
2-3-2 SouthBridgeConguration ....................................................................................61
2-4 Security Menu ................................................................................................ 62
2-5 Server Management Menu............................................................................. 63
2-5-1 System Information.................................................................................................64
2-5-2 BMCLANConguration .........................................................................................65

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2-5-3 System Event Log ..................................................................................................66
2-6 Boot Option Menu .......................................................................................... 67
2-7 Boot Manager................................................................................................. 68
2-8 Exit Menu ....................................................................................................... 69
Chapter 3 Appendix ......................................................................................................71
3-1 FAQ................................................................................................................ 71
3-2 Regulatory Statements................................................................................... 72

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Box Contents
GA-7PCSLD motherboard
Driver CD
Two SATA cables
I/O Shield
•The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
•The motherboard image is for reference only.

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GA-7PCSLD Motherboard Layout
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Item Code Description
1 ID_SW ID switch
2 MLAN BMC Management LAN port
3 USB_LANB1 LAN1 port (top) / USB ports (bottom)
4 USB_LANB2 LAN2 port (top) / USB ports (bottom)
5 VGA_1 VGA port
6 COM1 Serial port
7 P12V_AUX2 8 pin power connector
8 ATX1 24-pin power connector
9 CPU1 Intel LGA1356 socket (Secondary CPU)
10 DDR3_P0_C1 Channel C slot 1 (for primary CPU)
11 DDR3_P0_C0 Channel C slot 0 (for primary CPU)
12 DDR3_P0_A0 Channel A slot 0 (for primary CPU)
13 DDR3_P0_B0 Channel B slot 0 (for primary CPU)
14 CPU0 Intel LGA1356 socket (Primary CPU)
15 P12V_AUX1 8 pin power connector
16 BAT CMOS battery
17 SKU_KEY1 PBG A SKU Select connector
18 CPU0_FAN CPU0 fan connector
19 SYS_FAN4 System fan connector
20 SYS_FAN3 System fan connector
21 SYS_FAN2 System fan connector
22 SYS_FAN1 System fan connector
23 SATA0/1 SATA 6Gb/s connectors
24 PMbus_CN_1 PM Bus connector
25 BP_1 HDD back plane connector
26 SSB_ME2 ME enable/disable jumper
27 SATA2/3/4/5 SATA 3Gb/s connectors
28 SATA_SGPIO SATA SGPIO coneector
29 SCU_SGPIO SCU SGPIO connector
30 MINISAS_1 Mini SAS connector
31 SAS0~3 SAS connectors
32 F_USB1 Front USB connector
33 FP_1 Front panel connector
34 COM2 Serial cable connector
35 TPM_MEZZ1 TPM connector
36 PCI_1 PCI slot (32bit/33MHz)
37 ROMST_FRB3 Force to Stop FRB3 Timer jumper
38 PCIE_3 PCI-E slot 3 (x8 slot / x4 signal)
39 IPMB IPMB connector
40 BMC_LED1 BMC Firmware Readiness LED
41 PCIE_2 PCI-E slot 2 (x16 slot / x8 signal)
42 PCIE_1 PCI-E slot 1 (x16 slot)
43 CPU1_FAN CPU1 fan connector
44 DDR3_P1_D0 Channel A slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
45 DDR3_P1_E0 Channel B slot 0 (for secondary CPU)

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46 DDR3_P1_F0 Channel C slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
47 DDR3_P1_F1 Channel C slot 1 (for secondary CPU)
48 PASSWORD Clear password jumper
49 BIOS_RCVR BIOS recovery jumper
50 SSB_ME1 ME enable/disable jumper
51 JP5 Chassis intrusion jumper
52 CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
53 BIOS_WP BIOS write protect jumper
54 SATA_DOM0/SATA_DOM1 SATA0/1 port DOM support jumper
CAUTION! If a SATA type hard drive is connected to the motherboard, please ensure the jumper is
closed and set to 2-3 pins (Default setting), in order to reduce any risk of hard disk damage. Please
refer to Page 32 for SATA_DOM0 and SATA_DOM1 jumper setting instruction.

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Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read
the user's manual and follow these procedures:
• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com-
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and rst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power sup-
ply has been turned off.
• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hard-
ware components are connected.
• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface
.
• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to sys-
tem components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certied computer technician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Dual Intel®Xeon®Sandy-bridge-EN 2S processors in 1356 socket
Intel®Xeon®Quad Core in LGA 1356 socket
Supports QuickPath Interconnect up to 8GT/s
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) & Demand BasedSwitch (DBS)
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
Support Intel Virtualization Technology (VT)
Chipset Intel®C606 (Patsburg) Chipset
Memory 8 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of systemmemory
* Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.
8 x 1.35V DDR3L DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
3 channel memory architecture
Support for 800/1066/1333/1600 memory modules
Support for ECC RDIMM/ UDIMM memory modules
LAN 2 x Intel®82574L supports 10/100/1000 Mbps
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIE_1)
1 x PCI Express x8 slot, running at x8 (PCIE_2)
1 x PCI Express x8 slot, running at x4 (PCIE_3)
1 x PCI slot 32-Bit/33MHz (PCI_1)
Onboard
Graphics
ASPEED®AST2300 supports 16MB VRAM
Storage Interface Intel® C606 controller
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SAS0/1/2/3/via SCU)
1 x mini SAS connector (4 SATA ports (3Gb/s)/optional with Upgrade ROM
attached)
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2/3/4/5)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA0/1)
Support for Intel RSTe SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
Support for Intel RSTe SAS RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
USB Up to 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 2 via the USB brackets connected
to the internal USB headers)

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Hardware Installation
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SAS0/1/2/3)
1 x mini SAS 3Gb/s connector
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2/3/4/5)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x PSMI header
2 x CPU fan header
4 x System fan header
1 x Front panel header
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header
1 x Serial port header
1 x SPGIO header
Rear Panel I/O 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x RJ-45 port
1 x COM port
1 x VGA port
1 x ID Switch button
I/O Controller ASPEED®AST2300 BMC chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System fan speed control
* Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on
the CPU/system cooler you install.
BIOS 1 x 64 Mbit ash
AMI BIOS
Form Factor CEB Form Factor; 12 inch x 10.5 inch, 8 layers PCB
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related information
without prior notice.

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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
Step 1. Raise the metal locking lever on the socket.
Step 2. Remove the plastic covering on the CPU socket.
Step 3. Lift the metal cover.
Step 4. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The CPU only ts in one orientation.
Step 5. Please replace the metal cover and push the metallever back into locked position.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and
damage of the CPU may occur.
• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU,
graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

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Hardware Installation
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.
Step 1. Attach the heat sink clip to the processor socket.
Step 2. Secure the cooing fan with screws..
Step 3. Connect processor fan can cable to the processor fan connector.
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the
CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage
the CPU.
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1-4-1 Dual/3ChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides eight DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual/3 Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications and capacity of the memory. En-
abling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as
following:
Channel A: DDR3_P0_A0, DDR3_P1_D0
Channel B: DDR3_P0_B0, DDR3_P1_E0
Channel C: DDR3_P0_C0, DDR3_P0_C1, DDR3_P1_F0,DDR3_P1_F1
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
( Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules. )
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one
direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
Due to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual or 3 Channel mode
Dual Channel--
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four modules, it is recommended that memory of th
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two
memory modules, be sure to install them in the DDR3_P0_A0 and DDR3_P0_B0 sockets for primary
CPU; install DDR3_P1_D0 and DDR3_P1_E0 for secondary CPU.
3 Channel--
1. 3 Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one or two DDR3 memory modules are installed.
2. When enabling 3 Channel mode with three, four or six modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. When enabling 3 Channel mode with three
DDR3_P1_F0
DDR3_P0_B0
DDR3_P1_F1
DDR3_P0_A0
DDR3_P1_E0
DDR3_P0_C0
DDR3_P1_D0
DDR3_P0_C1
DDR3_P0_A0
DDR3_P1_D0
DDR3_P0_B0
DDR3_P1_E0
Single-Rank Single-Rank Single-Rank
Dual-Rank Dual-Rank Dual-Rank
Quad-Rank Quad-Rank Quad-Rank
R-DIMM
Channel A Channel B Channel C
DDR3_P0_C0
DDR3_P0_C1
DDR3_P1_F0
DDR3_P1_F1
DDR3_P0_A0
DDR3_P1_D0
DDR3_P0_B0
DDR3_P1_E0
Single-Rank Single-Rank Single-Rank
Dual-Rank Dual-Rank Dual-Rank
U-DIMM
Channel A Channel B Channel C
DDR3_P0_C0
DDR3_P0_C1
DDR3_P1_F0
DDR3_P1_F1

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Hardware Installation
1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Installation Step:
Step 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
Step 2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.
Note: For dual-channel operation, DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs.
Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.
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2
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memory modules, be sure to install them in the DDR3_P0_A0, DDR3_P0_B0 and DDR3_P0_C0
sockets for primary CPU; install DDR3_P1_D0, DDR3_P1_E0 DDR3_P1_F0 for secondary CPU.
When enabling 3 Channel mode with four memory modules, be sure to install them in the
DDR3_P0_A0, DDR3_P0_B0, DDR3_P0_C0, and and DDR3_P0_C1 sockets for primary CPU; install
DDR3_P1_D0, DDR3_P1_E0, DDR3_P1_F0, and DDR3_P1_F1 for secondary CPU

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1-5 Back Panel Connectors
Serial Port
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
Video Port
The video in port allows connect to video in, which can also apply to video loop thru function.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB key-
board/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
KVM Server Management 10/100 LAN Port
The LAN port provides Internet connection with data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.
ID Switch Button
This button provide the selected unit idencation function.
• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst remove the cable from your
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Activity LED:Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
On No data transmission

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Hardware Installation
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4
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22 23
14
13
25
24 35
1) ATX1
2) P12V_AUX1
3) P12V_AUX2
4) CPU0_FAN (for primary CPU)
5) CPU1_FAN (for seconary CPU)
6) SYS_FAN4 (System Fan)
7) SYS_FAN3 (System Fan)
8) SYS_FAN2 (System Fan)
9) SYS_FAN1 (System Fan)
10) PMbus_CN_1
11) SATA0/1
12) F_USB1
13) COM2
14) SCU_SGPIO
15) FP_1
16) MINISAS_1
17) SATA2/3/4/5
18) SAS0/1/2/3
19) IPMB
20) BAT
21) TPM_MEZZ1
22) BP_1
23) SKU_KEY1
24) BMC_LED1
25) SATA_SGPIO
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
1-6 Internal Connectors

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P12V_AUX1
P12V_AUX2
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
85
41
1/2/3) ATX1/P12V_AUX1/P12V_AUX2
(2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the com-
ponents on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, rst make sure the power supply
is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power con-
nector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will
not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide
the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
5 P12V_DDR3_CPU0
6 P12V_DDR3_CPU0
7 P12V_CPU0
8 P12V_CPU0
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
5 P12V_CPU1
6 P12V_CPU1
7 P12V_DDR3_CPU1
8 P12V_DDR3_CPU1
P12V_AUX1
P12V_AUX2

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Hardware Installation
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12
F_PANEL
F_PANEL
F_AUDIO
F_AUDIO
F_USB
COMB
MODEM
Smart Card Reader
SPDIF
AUX_IN
CD_IN
Secure Gigital /
Memory Stick
Serial ATA
F_USB
F_1394
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
PWR_FAN
NB_FAN
Power
WOL
SUR_CEN
IR/CIR
F_PANEL
F_PANEL
PWR_LED
CLR_CMOS
BIOS_WP
CLR_CMOS
BIOS_WP
CI
DPVRM
CLR_PWD
FDD
ATX
ATX_12V
IDE
IR
COMB
SPDIF_IO
F1_1394 F2_1394
GAME SMB_CONN F_AUDIO
(NEW)
F1_1394
ATX1
Pin No. Denition
13 3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 -5V
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
Pin No. Denition
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 Power Good
9 5VSB (stand by +5V)
10 +12V
11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

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4/5/6/7/8/9) CPU0_FAN/CPU1_FAN/SYS_FAN4/SYS_FAN3/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN1
(CPU Fan/System Fan Headers)
The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN1/2), a 4-pin (FAN4) system fan headers. Most
fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in
the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan
speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dis-
sipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
•Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from
overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the
headers.
1
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
CPU1_FAN
SYS_FAN4
SYS_FAN4
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
CPU0_FAN
SYS_FAN1
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN3
CPU1_FAN
CPU0_FAN
SYS_FAN4
SYS_FAN3
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN1
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
10) PMbus_CN_1 (Power management connector)
1
5Pin No. Denition
1 SMB CLK
2 SMB DATA
3 SMB Alert
4 GND Sense
5 3.3V Sense