Preface
About this Manual
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC
users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X8DAL-3/
X8DAL-i motherboard.
About this Motherboard
The X8DAL-3/X8DAL-i supports the Intel® 5500 Series Processor platform,
the fi rst dual-processing platform that supports the Intel QuickPath Interconnect
(QPI) Technology, providing the next generation point-to-point system interface to
replace the current Front Side Bus. With the Intel 5500 chipset built in, the X8DAL-3/
X8DAL-i substantially enhances system performance with increased bandwidth
and unprecedented scalability, optimized for CAD workstations or graphic inten-
sive systems. Please refer to our web site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/)
for updates on supported processors. This product is intended to be installed and
serviced by professional technicians.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifi cations and performance of the mother-
board and provides detailed information about the chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when in-
stalling the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into the
system. If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes trouble-
shooting procedures for video, memory and system setup stored in the CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to the BIOS and provides detailed information
on running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A lists BIOS POST Error Codes. Appendix B and Appendix C provide
the Windows OS and Other Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in the Manual
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and
to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself:
Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent catastrophic
system failure or to avoid bodily injury.
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