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Supermicro X8DT6 User Manual

Supermicro X8DT6
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X8DT6
X8DTE
USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.1
X8DT6-F
X8DTE-F

Table of Contents

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Supermicro X8DT6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorExtended ATX
CPU SocketLGA 1366
ChipsetIntel 5520
Memory TypeDDR3
Max Memory96GB
Storage Interfaces6 x SATA 3Gb/s
NetworkDual Gigabit Ethernet
USB Ports6 USB 2.0
Video OutputsNone (relies on external graphics card)

Summary

Conventions Used in the Manual

Safety Precautions

Instructions to prevent system failure or injury, emphasizing critical steps.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview and Motherboard Features

Details the retail box contents, chipset, and general motherboard capabilities.

System Health Monitoring

Details onboard monitoring of voltages, fans, and temperatures for system health.

Power and ACPI Features

Explains power management and ACPI features for system operation.

Chapter 2 Installation

Handling Sensitive Components

Covers precautions for handling static-sensitive devices and unpacking.

Core Component Installation

Guides on installing the motherboard, CPU, heatsink, and memory modules.

Connectors, Cables, and Jumpers

Details I/O ports, cable connections, jumpers, and onboard indicators.

Drive Connections

Details how to connect floppy drives, Serial ATA, and SAS devices.

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedures

Provides systematic steps to diagnose and resolve common system issues.

Support and FAQs

Outlines contacting support, FAQs, and return procedures for assistance.

Chapter 4 AMI BIOS

BIOS Introduction and Main Setup

Introduces the BIOS utility and describes the main setup screen.

Advanced BIOS Configuration

Details various advanced configuration options for the system's hardware.

Security, Boot, and Exit Options

Covers BIOS security, boot order, and exit settings for system configuration.

Appendix A BIOS POST Error Codes

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists BIOS beep codes, error messages, and their descriptions for troubleshooting.

Appendix B Software Installation Instructions

Installing Software Programs

Guides on installing drivers and utilities from the included CD.

Supero Doctor III Configuration

Explains how to configure Supero Doctor III for system monitoring and management.

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