Gigabyte GA-7PESH1 User manual

GA-7PESH1
GA-7PESH2
Dual LGA2011 sockets motherboard for Intel®E5-2600 series processors
User's Manual
Rev. 1002

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©2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at:
http://www.gigabyte.com

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................5
GA-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout ....................................................................6
Block Diagram .................................................................................................................9
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ...................................................................................10
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................. 10
1-2 ProductSpecications.................................................................................... 11
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 13
1-3-1 Installing the CPU...................................................................................................13
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................15
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 16
1-4-1 FourChannelMemoryConguration .....................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................17
1-4-3 DIMM Population Table .........................................................................................17
1-5 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 18
1-6 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 20
1-7 Jumper Setting............................................................................................... 31
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................36
2-1 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 38
2-2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................. 40
2-2-1 PCI Subsystem Settings.........................................................................................41
2-2-1-1 PCI Express Settings..............................................................................................43
2-2-2 Runtime Error Logging ...........................................................................................45
2-2-3 CPUConguration..................................................................................................46
2-2-3-1 CPUPowerManagementConguration ................................................................49
2-2-4 USBConguration..................................................................................................51
2-2-5 SATAConguration.................................................................................................52
2-2-6 InfoReportConguration .......................................................................................54
2-2-7 SuperIOConguration...........................................................................................55
2-2-8 Serial Port Console Redirection ............................................................................57
2-2-9 Network Stack ........................................................................................................60
2-2-10 Intel (R) I350 Gigabit Network Connection.............................................................61
2-3 Chipset Menu................................................................................................. 63
2-3-1 North Bridge ...........................................................................................................64
2-3-1-1 IOHConguration...................................................................................................67
2-3-1-2 QPIConguration...................................................................................................69
2-3-1-3 DIMM Information...................................................................................................70

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2-3-2 SouthBridgeConguration ....................................................................................71
2-3-3 Intel ME Subsystem................................................................................................72
2-4 Security Menu ................................................................................................ 73
2-4-1 Secure Boot menu (Optional).................................................................................74
2-4-1-1 Image Execution Policy ........................................................................................75
2-4-1-2 Key Management .................................................................................................76
2-5 Server Management Menu............................................................................. 78
2-5-1 BMCLANConguration .........................................................................................79
2-5-2 Gbt BMC Function..................................................................................................80
2-5-3 View FRU Information ............................................................................................81
2-5-4 System Event Log .................................................................................................82
2-6 Boot Menu..................................................................................................... 83
2-6-1 CSM16 Parameters ...............................................................................................85
2-6-2 CSM Parameters ...................................................................................................86
2-7 Exit Menu ....................................................................................................... 88
Chapter 3 Appendix ......................................................................................................89
3-1 Regulatory Statements................................................................................... 89

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Box Contents
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-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout
1 2 3 4 65
7
89
10 11
12
15
13
1617
1819
2022 2123
2425
2627
28
33
34
35
36
38
39
40
41 42 44 45
46 48 50
51
52
47 49
59
58
53 54
55
57 56
14
29
30
31
32
37
60
43

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Item Code Description
1 SW1 ID switch
2 MLAN (GA-7PESH1) BMC Management LAN port
USB_MLAN (GA-7PESH2) BMC Management LAN port (top) / USB ports (bottom)
3 USB_LAN1 (GA-7PESH1) LAN1 port (top) / USB ports (bottom)
GLAN1 (GA-7PESH2) LAN1 port
4 USB_LAN2 (GA-7PESH1) LAN2 port (top) / USB ports (bottom)
GLAN2 (GA-7PESH2) LAN2 port
5 VGA_1 VGA port
6 COM1 Serial port
7 P12V_AUX2 8 pin power connector
8 DDR3_P1_H1 Channel H slot 1 (for secondary CPU)
9 DDR3_P1_H0 Channel H slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
10 DDR3_P1_G1 Channel G slot 1 (for secondary CPU)
11 DDR3_P1_G0 Channel G slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
12 CPU1 Intel LGA2011 socket (Secondary CPU)
13 ATX1 24-pin power connector
14 PWR_DET1 PM Bus connector
15 P12V_AUX1 8 pin power connector
16 DDR3_P0_A0 Channel A slot 0 (for primary CPU)
17 DDR3_P0_A1 Channel A slot 1 (for primary CPU)
18 DDR3_P0_B0 Channel B slot 0 (for primary CPU)
19 DDR3_P0_B1 Channel B slot 1 (for primary CPU)
20 CPU0_FAN CPU0 fan cable connector
21 CPU0 Intel LGA2011 socket (Primary CPU)
22 DDR3_P0_D1 Channel D slot 1 (for primary CPU)
23 DDR3_P0_D0 Channel D slot 0 (for primary CPU)
24 DDR3_P0_C1 Channel C slot 1 (for primary CPU)
25 DDR3_P0_C0 Channel C slot 0 (for primary CPU)
26 SYS_FAN2 System fan cable connector
27 LED2 LSIrmwarereadinessLED
28 SATA_SGPIO SATA SGPIO connector
29 MINI_CN3 Mini SAS cable connector
30 MINI_CN2 Mini SAS cable connector
31 FLASH_DP1 Flash descriptor security jumper
32 MINI_CN1 Mini SAS cable connector (SATA 3.0Gb/s signal)
33 SATA0/1 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors
34 BP_1 HDD back plane connector
35 SYS_FAN1 System fan cable connector
36 FRONT_USB Front USB connector
37 F_PANEL1 Front panel connector
38 IPMB1 IPMB connector
39 TPM_1 TPM connector
40 SKU_KEY1 PBG A SKU Select connector
41 PCIE_5 PCI-E slot 5 (x4 slot / x1 bus)

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42 PCIE_4 PCI-E slot 4 (x16 slot / x8 bus)
43 BMC_LED1 BMCrmwarereadinessLED
44 PCIE_3 PCI-E slot 3 (x8 slot / x4 bus)
45 PCIE_2 PCI-E slot 2 (x16 slot/x16 bus)
46 PCIE_1 PCI-E slot 1 (x8 slot / x4 bus)
47 DDR3_P1_E0 Channel E slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
48 DDR3_P1_E1 Channel E slot 1 (for secondary CPU)
49 DDR3_P1_F0 Channel F slot 0 (for secondary CPU)
50 DDR3_P1_F1 Channel F slot 1 (for secondary CPU)
51 CPU1_FAN CPU1 fan cable connector
52 BAT1 Battery
53 CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS jumper
54 BIOS_WP1 BIOS write protect jumper
55 SSB_ME1 ME recovery jumper
56 JP1 Chassis intrusion jumper
57 PASSWORD1 Clear password jumper
58 BIOS_RVCR1 BIOS recovery jumper
59 SATA_DOM0 SATA0 port DOM support jumper
60 SATA_DOM1 SATA1 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 (Normal mode), in order to reduce any risk of hard disk
damage. Please refer to Page 33 for SATA_DOM0 and SATA_DOM1 jumper setting
instruction.

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Block Diagram

Hardware Installation
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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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Hardware Installation
1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel®Xeon®E5-2600 series processors in the LGA2011 package
L3 cache varies with CPU
Supports QuickPath Interconnect up to 8GT/s
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
Support Intel Virtualization Technology (VT)
Chipset Intel®C602 (Patsburg) Chipset
Memory 16 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128GB (UDIMM) and
512GB (RDIMM) of system memory
* 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.
16 x 1.35V DDR3L DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory
Four channel memory architecture
Support for 800/1066/1333/1600 memory modules
Support for ECC RDIMM/ UDIMM memory modules
LAN Intel®I350 supports 10/100/1000 Mbps (GA-7PESH1)
Intel®X540-AT2 supports dual 10G Base-T ethernet LAN ports (GA-7PESH2)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (Gen3/PCIE_2)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (Gen3/PCIE_4)
2 x PCI Express x8 slot, running at x4 (Gen3/PCIE_1/PCIE_3)
1 x PCI Express x4 slot, running at x1 (Gen2/PCIE_5)
Onboard
Graphics
ASPEED®AST2300 supports 16MB VRAM
Storage Interface Intel® C602 controller
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA0/1)
1 x SAS 3Gb/s connector (4 additional ports via the SATA brackets connected
to the internal SAS headers)
2 x SAS 6Gb/s connectors (8 additional ports via the SAS brackets connected
to the internal SAS headers)
Support for Intel RSTe SATA RAID 0, RAID 1
USB Up to 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 2 additional ports via the USB
brackets connected to the internal USB headers/GA-7PESH1)
Up to 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 on the back panel, 2 additional ports via the USB
brackets connected to the internal USB headers/GA-7PESH2)

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Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
2 x Mini SAS connectors (SAS 6Gb/s signal)
1 x Mini SAS connector (SATA 3Gb/s signal)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x PSMI header
2 x CPU fan header
2 x System fan header
1 x Front panel header
1 x Back panel header
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header
1 x TPM header
1 x SKU KEY header
1 x SPGIO header
Rear Panel I/O 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (GA-7PESH1)
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (GA-7PESH2)
3 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 EATX Form Factor; 12 inch x 13 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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Hardware Installation
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
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 dam-
age 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
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graph-
ics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Pin One Corner of the CPU
Socket
LGA2011 CPU
Triangle Pin One Marking on
the CPU
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
Notch
Notch
Notch
Notch

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Step 1:
Push the lever closest to the "unlock" marking " "
(below referred as lever A) down and away from
the socket to release it.
Step 4:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers.
Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the
pin one corner of the CPU socket (or align the CPU
notches with the socket alignment keys) and care-
fully insert the CPU into the socket vertically.
Step 5:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully replace
the load plate. Then secure lever B under its reten-
tion tab. The protective plastic cover may pop off
from the load plate during the process of engaging
the lever. Remove the cover. Save the cover properly
and always replace it when the CPU is not installed.
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
•Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
•To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is
inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.
Step 2:
Push the lever closest to the "lock" marking " "
(below referred as lever B) down and away from
the socket. Then lift the lever.
Lever A Lever B
Step 3:
Gently press lever A to allow the load plate
to rise. Open the load plate. (Note: DO NOT
touch the socket contacts after the load plate is
opened.)
Step 6:
Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to
complete the installation of the CPU.

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Hardware Installation
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process
may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.)
Please pay more attention when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape be-
tween the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler
may damage the CPU.
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease
on the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 2:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
mounting screws with the mounting holes on
the ILM. (If your cooler has a fan grill which may
cause interference when you tighten the screws,
removeitrstandreplaceitaftertighteningthe
screws.)
Step 3:
Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to
tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with
a screw driver. Begin tightening a screw with a
few turns and repeat with the screw diagonally
opposite the one you just tightened. Then do the
same to the other pair. Next, fully tighten the four
screws.
Step 4:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.

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1-4-1 FourChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides eight DDR3 memory sockets and supports Four Channel Technology. After the
memoryisinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetect thespecications andcapacity ofthe memory.En-
abling Four Channel memory mode will be four times of the original memory bandwidth.
The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into four channels each channel has two memory sockets as
following:
Channel 1: DDR3_P0_A0, DDR3_P0_A1 (For pimary CPU)
DDR3_P0_E0, DDR3_P0_E1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 2: DDR3_P0_B0, DDR3_P0_B1(For pimary CPU)
DDR3_P0_F0, DDR3_P0_F1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 3: DDR3_P0_C0, DDR3_P0_C1(For pimary CPU)
DDR3_P0_G0, DDR3_P0_G1 (For secondary CPU)
Channel 4: DDR3_P0_D0, DDR3_P0_D1(For pimary CPU)
DDR3_H0_F0, DDR3_P0_H1 (For secondary CPU)
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 direc-
tion. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Four Channel mode.
1. Four Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Four Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that
memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.
DDR3_P0_A0 DDR3_P1_G0
DDR3_P1_F1
DDR3_P0_D1
DDR3_P0_B0 DDR3_P1_H0
DDR3_P1_E1
DDR3_P0_C1
DDR3_P0_A1 DDR3_P1_G1
DDR3_P1_F0
DDR3_P0_D0
DDR3_P0_B1 DDR3_P1_H1
DDR3_P1_E0
DDR3_P0_C0

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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.
2
2
1
1-4-3 DIMM Population Table
1N
1N
1N
Empty
Empty
Empty
Single-Rank
Single-Rank
Single-Rank
Single-Rank
Dual-Rank
1N
1N
1N
1N
1N
1N
Dual-Rank
Dual-Rank
Quad-Rank
Quad-Rank
Single-Rank
Dual-Rank
Dual-Rank
Quad-Rank
Quad-Rank
Quad-Rank
R-DIMM
1N or 2N DIMM1 DIMM0
1N
1N
2N
Empty
Empty
Single-Rank
Single-Rank
Single-Rank Single-Rank
Dual-Rank
2N
2N Dual-Rank
Dual-Rank
Dual-Rank
U-DIMM
1N or 2N DIMM1 DIMM0

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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 (Gigabit Ethernet 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.
RJ-45 LAN Port (10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port)
The 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
KVM Server Management 10/100 LAN Port
The LAN port provides Internet connection with data transfer speeds of 10/100Mbps.
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.
ID Switch Button
Thisbuttonprovidetheselectedunitidencationfunction.
GA-7PESH1
GA-7PESH2

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Hardware Installation
• 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.
Link
Activity LED
Link
Activity LED
Link
Activity LED
Speed LED
Speed LED
Speed LED
10/100 LAN Port
10/100/1000 LAN Port
10/100/1000/10G LAN Port
Link/Activity LED:
Link/Activity LED:
Link/Activity LED:
MLAN Speed LED:
I350 Speed LED:
X540 Speed LED:
State Description
Green On 100 Mbps data rate
Green Blink 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps
data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Yellow On 1 Gbps data rate
Yellow Blink Identify 1 Gbps data
rate
Green On 100 Mbps data rate
Green Blink Identify 100 Mbps data
rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Green On 10 Gbps data rate
Green Blink Identify 10 Gbps data
rate
Yellow On 1 Gbps data rate
Yellow Blink Identify 1 Gbps data
rate
Off 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps
data rate
State Description
On Link between system and network or no
access
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
State Description
On Link between system and network or no
access
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
State Description
On Link between system and network or no
access
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

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1-6 Internal Connectors
1) ATX1
2) P12V_AUX2
3) P12V_AUX1
4) PWR_DET1
5) CPU0_FAN (forprimary CPU)
6) CPU1_FAN (for seconary CPU)
7) SYS_FAN1 (System Fan)
8) SYS_FAN2 (System Fan)
9) SATA0/1
10) FRONT_USB
11) MINII_CN1
12) MINII_CN2
13) MINII_CN3
14) BP_1
15) TPM_1
16) F_PANEL1
17) IPMB1
18) SATA_SGPIO
19) SKU_KEY1
20) BAT1
21) LED2
22) BMC_LED1
20
21
22
2
1
3
4
6
58
11
12
13
14
7
9
10
15
16
17
18
19