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  • Page 1 ® UPER H8DGU-LN4F+ USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.1c...
  • Page 2 Clara County in the State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Supermicro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.
  • Page 3 ECC Unbuffered or 768 GB of ECC Registered DIMM in 24 slots. Please refer to the motherboard specifi cations pages on our web site for updates on supported processors (http://www.supermicro.com/aplus/). This product is intended to be professionally installed. Manual Organization Chapter 1 includes a checklist of what should be included in your motherboard box, describes the features, specifi...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ......................1-1 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-2 Motherboard Features ..................1-7 Chipset Overview ..................1-10 AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset ..............1-10 HyperTransport Technology ................1-10 PC Health Monitoring ..................1-10 Power Confi...
  • Page 5 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual NIC4 (LAN4) LED ..................2-15 NIC3 (LAN3) LED ..................2-15 Chassis Intrusion ..................2-15 Universal Serial Bus Ports ............... 2-16 USB Headers ................... 2-16 SGPIO ...................... 2-16 Overheat LED ................... 2-16 Serial Ports ....................2-17 Power SMB (I C) ..................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS ..............2-26 Using the DotHill and Adaptec RAID Utility ..........2-28 Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation ......... 2-28 2-12 Installing Drivers .................... 2-29 Supero Doctor III ................... 2-30 2-13 Serverboard Battery ..................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. Please check that the following items have all been included with your motherboard.

  • Page 8: Contacting Supermicro

    Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...
  • Page 9 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. H8DGU-LN4F+ Image...
  • Page 10 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Figure 1-2. H8DGU-LN4F+ Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) VGA1 COM1 VGA2 JPL1 JPL2 INTEL INTEL 82576 82576 SR5690 CPU1 WINBOND JPG1 JI2C2 JI2C1 JWF1 CPU2 SP5100 BATTERY SPEAKER JBT1 JOH1 Notes: Note 1: Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. Note 2: Not all ports, jumpers or LED Indicators are available on all serverboards.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction H8DGU-LN4F+ Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 2-7) JI2C1/JI2C2 I2C to PCI-E Slot Enable/Disable Both Open (Disabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 LAN 1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL2 LAN 3/4 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog...
  • Page 12 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Connector Description COM1/COM2 COM1 Serial Port/Header FAN 1-8 Chassis/CPU Fan Headers IPMI LAN Dedicated IPMI LAN Port JIPMB1 System Management Bus Header for the IPMI Slot Speaker Header Front Panel Connector Chassis Intrusion Header JOH1 Overheat Warning Header JPI2C Power I C Header...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Features • Dual AMD Opteron 6000 series (AMD Socket G34 type) processor Note: Refer to our web site for details on supported processors. Memory • Up to twenty-Four (24) single/dual/tri/quad-channel DIMM slots that support up to up to 128 GB of ECC/Non-ECC Unbuffered or 768 GB o f E C C R e g i s t e r e d D I M M D D R 3 - 1 6 0 0 / 1 3 3 3 / 1 0 6 6 M h z s p e e d , 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB or 32 GB size SDRAM memory in 1.5V or 1.35V voltages.
  • Page 14 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual • C temperature sensing logic • Chipkill Support ACPI Features • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard Onboard I/O • Six (6) SATA ports supported by an on-chip SATA controller (RAID 0, 1, 10 supported) •...

  • Page 15: System Block Diagram

    Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard. See the previous pages for the actual specifi cations of your motherboard. DIMM A2 DIMM A2 DIMM A1...

  • Page 16: Chipset Overview

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Chipset Overview The H8DGU-LN4F+ serverboard is based on the AMD SR5690/SP5100 chipset. This chipset functions as a Media and Communications Processor (MCP). Controllers for the system memory are integrated directly into AMD Opteron processors. AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset The AMD SR5690/SP5100 are each a single-chip, high-performance HyperTransport peripheral controller.

  • Page 17: Power Confi Guration Settings

    Chapter 1: Introduction CPU Overheat/Fan Fail LED and Control This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat/Fan Fail warning function in the BIOS. This allows the user to defi ne an overheat temperature. When this temperature is exceeded or when a fan failure occurs, the Overheat/Fan Fail warning LED is triggered.

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Main Switch Override Mechanism The power button can function as a system suspend button. When the user depresses the power button, the system will enter a SoftOff state. The monitor will be suspended and the hard drive will spin down. Depressing the power button again will cause the whole system to wake-up.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1: Introduction The Super I/O provides functions that comply with ACPI (Advanced Confi guration and Power Interface), which includes support of legacy and ACPI power management through a SMI or SCI function pin. It also features auto power management to reduce power consumption.
  • Page 20 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Notes 1-14...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Installation

    The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certifi ed technicians should attempt to install or confi gure components.
  • Page 22 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Installation Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen. ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales.

  • Page 24: Static-Sensitive Devices

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally suffi cient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...

  • Page 25: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Processor and Heatsink Installation Warning: Exercise extreme caution when handling and installing the processor. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Installation Procedure Follow the procedures as listed below to install the motherboard into a chassis. 1.
  • Page 26 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual 3. Use your thumb and your index fi nger to hold the CPU. Locate and align pin 1 of the CPU socket with pin 1 of the CPU. Both are marked with a triangle. 4. Align pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1 of the socket.

  • Page 27: Mounting The Motherboard Into A Chassis

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Heatsinks We recommend the use of active type heatsinks (except for 1U systems). Use any onboard fan header for the CPU's heatsink fan. To install the heatsink, please follow the installation instructions that are included with your heatsink package. Note: Make sure the heatsink is placed so that the fi...
  • Page 28 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual 2. Install to slots CPU1/DIMM1A, CPU1/DIMM2A, CPU1/DIMM3A and CPU1/ DIMM4A, etc. Always install in groups of four and in the numerical order of the DIMM slots. See support information below. 3. Gently press down on the memory module until it snaps into place. 4.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Installation Memory Population for Optimal Performance For a Motherboard with One CPU (CPU1) Installed DIMM # Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 4 DIMMs P1-1A P1-2A P1-3A P1-4A 8 DIMMs P1-1A P1-1C P1-2A P1-2C P1-3A P1-3C P1-4A P1-4C 12 DIMMs P1-1A P1-1B P1-1C P1-2A P1-2B P1-2C P1-3A P1-3B P1-3C P1-4A P1-4B P1-4C Memory Population for Optimal Performance...

  • Page 30: Dimm Module Population Confi Guration

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual DIMM Module Population Confi guration For memory to work properly, follow the tables below for memory installation: Per Channel DIMM Populations Options Max. Max. Max. GB/ DIMM Type DIMM A DIMM B DIMM C MHz, 1.5V MHz, 1.35V Channel DIMMs...

  • Page 31: Pci Expansion Cards

    Chapter 2: Installation PCI Expansion Cards A riser card is used to support one standard size (full height full length) PCI expansion card. Installing a PCI Expansion Card 1. Confi rm that you have the correct riser card for your chassis model and the add-on card includes a standard bracket.

  • Page 32: I/O Port And Control Panel Connections

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual I/O Port and Control Panel Connections The I/O ports are color coded to make setting up your system easier. See Figure 2-2 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 2-2. I/O Port Locations and Defi nitions Rear I/O Ports 1.

  • Page 33: Connector Defi Nitions

    Chapter 2: Installation Connector Defi nitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Defi nitions Power Connectors Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition A 2 4 - p i n m a i n p o w e r s u p p l y +3.3V +3.3V connector(JPW1) and two 8-pin CPU...

  • Page 34: Reset Connector

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Reset Connector Reset Button Pin Defi nitions The reset connector is located on (JF1) pins 3 and 4 of JF1 and attaches Pin# Defi nition to the reset switch on the computer Reset chassis. See the table on the right for Ground pin defi...

  • Page 35: Hdd Led

    Chapter 2: Installation HDD LED HDD LED Pin Defi nitions The HDD LED connections are located (JF1) on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a Pin# Defi nition hard-drive LED cable to display HDD or SATA activities. Refer to the table on HDD LED the right for pin defi...

  • Page 36: Universal Serial Bus Ports

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Universal Serial Bus Ports Universal Serial Bus Ports Pin Defi nitions (USB 0/1, USB6) Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB USB0/1 USB6 2.0) are located beside the Keyboard Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition and Mouse PS2 ports (USB0/1). One additional Type A port (USB6) is included on the motherboard.

  • Page 37: Serial Ports

    Chapter 2: Installation Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Defi nitions (COM1/COM2) The COM1 serial port is located Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition beside the VGA port. Refer to the motherboard layout for the location of the COM2 header. See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 38: Power Led/Speaker

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Power LED/Speaker PWR LED Connector Pin Defi nitions On the JD1 header, pins 1~3 are used Pin Setting Defi nition for power LED indication, and pins 4-7 Pin 1 Anode (+) are for the speaker. See the tables Pin2 Cathode (-) on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 39: Lan1/2/3/4 (Ethernet Ports)

    Chapter 2: Installation LAN1/2/3/4 (Ethernet Ports) LAN Ports (LAN1/2/3/4) Pin Defi nition Four Gigabit Ethernet ports (designated Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition LAN1/LAN2/LAN3/LAN4) are located P2V5SB SGND beside the VGA ports. Additionally, for the H8DGU-LN4F+ serverboard, TD0+ Act LED there is a dedicated LAN for IPMI on TD0- P3V3SB...

  • Page 40: Uio Power Connector

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual UIO Power Connector UIO Power Connector Pin Defi nitions (UIOP) A Universal I/O (UIO) Power connector Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition (UIOP) is located next to the UID 5V_1 3V3_1 switch. Connect this connector to the power supply to provide adequate 5V_2 3V3_2...

  • Page 41: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 2: Installation Jumper Settings Connector Pins Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the Jumper motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two Setting pins to change the function of the connector.

  • Page 42: Lan1/2/3/4 Enable/Disable

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual LAN1/2/3/4 Enable/Disable LAN1/2/3/4 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Change the setting of jumper JPL1 (JPL1/JPL2) to enable/disable the LAN1/LAN2 Jumper Setting Defi nition Ethernet ports and JPL2 to enable/ Pins 1-2 Enabled disable the LAN3/LAN4 Ethernet ports. Pins 2-3 Disabled See the table on the right for jumper settings.

  • Page 43: Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 2: Installation Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2/LAN3/LAN4 LEDs GLAN LED Activity Link Speed The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, one LED blinks to indicate GLAN Activity Indicator activity while the other may be green, (Right) LED Settings amber or off to indicate the speed of Color...

  • Page 44: Bmc Heartbeat Led

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual BMC Heartbeat LED BMC Heartbeat (DP5) LED Settings A BMC (Baseboard Management Color Status Defi nition Control) Heartbeat LED is located at Green Blinking BMC: Normal DP5 on the motherboard. When DP5 Not functioning is on, the BMC Controller functions normally normally.

  • Page 45: 2-11 Enabling Sata Raid

    OS installation. Building a Driver Diskette You must fi rst build a driver diskette from Supermicro drivers for your system. Drivers can be found at ftp://ftp.supermicro.com. (You will have to create this disk on a computer that is already running and with the OS installed.) Building a Driver Diskette 1.

  • Page 46: Enabling Sata Raid In The Bios

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS Before installing the Windows operating system, you must change some settings in the BIOS. Boot up the system and hit the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup Utlility. After the setup utility loads, 1.
  • Page 47 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 2-5. DotHill RAID Utility Program Screen Figure 2-6.Adaptec RAID Utility Program Screen 2-27...

  • Page 48: Using The Dothill And Adaptec Raid Utility

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Using the DotHill and Adaptec RAID Utility The RAID Utility program allows you to defi ne the drives you want to include in the RAID array and the mode and type of RAID. Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation You may also use the procedure below to install the RAID driver during the Windows OS installation: 1.

  • Page 49: 2-12 Installing Drivers

    The Supermicro Website contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com, some of which must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After downloading and installing the drivers and utilities, the display shown in Figure 2-7 should appear.

  • Page 50: Supero Doctor Iii

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Supero Doctor III The SuperDoctor® III program is a Web base management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program included on the CD-ROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 51 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 2-9. Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and User’s Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctorIII.cfm.For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperoDoctor II application instead.

  • Page 52: 2-13 Serverboard Battery

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual 2-13 Serverboard Battery Caution: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 2-10). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).

  • Page 53: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support Procedures’ and/or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Always disconnect the AC power cord before adding, changing or installing any hardware components.

  • Page 54: No Video

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual No Video 1. If the power is on but you have no video, remove all the add-on cards and cables. 2. Use the speaker to determine if any beep codes exist. Refer to Appendix A for details on beep codes. Note: If you are a system integrator, VAR or OEM, a POST diagnostics card is recommended.

  • Page 55: Frequently Asked Questions

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 2. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from our web site. Note: Not all BIOS can be fl ashed depending on the modifi cations to the boot block code. 3. If you still cannot resolve the problem, include the following information when contacting us for technical support: •...

  • Page 56: Returning Merchandise For Service

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User's Manual Question: Why can't I turn off the power using the momentary power on/off switch? Answer: The instant power off function is controlled in BIOS by the Power Button Mode setting. When the On/Off feature is enabled, the motherboard will have instant off capabilities as long as the BIOS has control of the system.

  • Page 57: Chapter 4 Bios

    Chapter 4: BIOS Chapter 4 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the H8DGU-LN4F+ serverboard. The 16 Mb AMI BIOS® is stored in a fl ash chip and can be easily upgraded using a fl oppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual.

  • Page 58: Main Menu

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Main Menu When you fi rst enter AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will see the Main Menu screen. You can always return to the Main Menu by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen with the arrow keys. The Main Menu screen provides you with a system overview, which includes the version, built date and ID of the AMIBIOS, the type, speed and number of the processors in the system and the amount of memory installed in the system.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: BIOS Wait for F1 if Error This setting controls the system response when an error is detected during the boot sequence. When enabled, BIOS will stop the boot sequence when an error is detected, at which point you will need to press the F1 button to re-enter the BIOS setup menu.

  • Page 60: Advanced Chipset Control

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual GART Error Reporting This option should remain disabled for normal operation. The driver developer may enable this option for testing purposes. Options are Enabled or Disabled. Microcode Update This setting Enables or Disables microcode updating. Secure Virtual Machine Mode This setting is used to Enable or Disable SVM.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: BIOS Node Interleaving This option enables node memory interleaving. Options include Auto or Disabled. Channel Interleaving This option enables channel memory interleaving. Options include Auto or Disabled. CS Sparing This setting will reserve a spare memory rank in each node when enabled. Options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 62 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual OHCI/EHCI HC Device Functions These settings allow you to either Enable or Disable functions for OHCI or EHCI bus devices. USB 2.0 Controller Mode Use this setting to confi gure the USB 2.0 Controller in either Hi-Speed (480 Mps) or Full Speed (12 Mps) mode.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: BIOS  Primary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave This menu is available for each confi guration of IDE Master/Slave device in the system. IDE onfi gurations include Primary, Secondary, Third and Fourth. Some of the following menu options are not available for some of the IDE confi gurations. Type This setting allows you to set the type of device connected to the system.
  • Page 64 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual DMA Mode Selects the DMA Mode. Options are Auto, SWDMA0, SWDMA1, SWDMA2, MWDMA0. MDWDMA1, MWDMA2, UDMA0. UDMA1, UDMA2, UDMA3, UDMA4 and UDMA5. (SWDMA=Single Word DMA, MWDMA=Multi Word DMA, UDMA=UltraDMA.) S.M.A.R.T. Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help predict impending drive failures.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS ROM Scan Ordering This setting determines which kind of option ROM activates prior to another. Options include Onboard First and Addon First. SBX1 Confi guration This sets SBX1 confi guration in your system. Options include Auto, 1x16 and 2x8.
  • Page 66 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Serial 2 Address This option specifi es the base I/O port address and Interrupt Request address of serial port 2. Select "Disabled" to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources. When this option is set to "Disabled", the serial port physically becomes unavailable.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Allows you to Enable or Disable VT-UTF8 combination key support for ANSI/ VT100 terminals. Sredir Memory Display Delay Use this setting to set the delay in seconds to display memory information. Options are No Delay, 1 sec, 2 secs and 4 secs. ...
  • Page 68 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Note: Only CPU temperature (Low, Medium, High) and system temperature (RT1) are required to be displayed in BIOS and in-system monitoring software. Other Motherboard components such as memory, chipset, SAS and 10Gb controllers, and others are not requried to display temperatures. For debugging and testing purposes, BIOS and system monitoring software can show motherboard components’...
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS Condition When a CPU is overheating Front Panel Overheating LED On and Solid Red Onboard Buzzer or Speaker On and Continuous Sound System Fan Speed Controls Full Speed Report PROCHOT BMC Event Log Record PROCHOT Super Doctor Report PROCHOT Super Doctor Event Log Record PROCHOT...
  • Page 70 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual  View BMC System Event Log Pressing the Enter key will open the following settings. Use the "+" and "-" keys to navigate through the system event log. Clear BMC System Event Log Selecting this and pressing the Enter key will clear the BMC system event log. ...
  • Page 71 Chapter 4: BIOS Gateway Address In the fi eld provided here enter the Gateway address in the decimal form of xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx with xxx having a value of less than 256 and in decimal form only. The current Gateway address in the BMC is shown. MAC Address In the fi...

  • Page 72: Security Menu

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Security Menu AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set fi rst. Change Supervisor Password Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu, and then type in the password.

  • Page 73: Exit Menu

    Chapter 4: BIOS  CD/DVD Drives This feature allows you to specify the boot sequence from the list of available CD/ DVD drives. A device that is in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. Retry Boot Devices This option allows you to retry boot devices.
  • Page 74 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Notes 4-18...

  • Page 75: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
  • Page 76 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Notes...

  • Page 77: Appendix B Bios Post Checkpoint Codes

    Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes When AMIBIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, diagnostic equipment can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h. B-1 Uncompressed Initialization Codes The uncompressed initialization checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint...

  • Page 78: B-2 Bootblock Recovery Codes

    H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual B-2 Bootblock Recovery Codes The bootblock recovery checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint Code Description The onboard fl oppy controller if available is initialized. Next, beginning the base 512 KB memory test. Initializing the interrupt vector table next. Initializing the DMA and Interrupt controllers next.

  • Page 79: B-3 Uncompressed Initialization Codes

    Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes B-3 Uncompressed Initialization Codes The following runtime checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution. These codes are uncompressed in F0000h shadow RAM. Checkpoint Code Description The NMI is disabled. Next, checking for a soft reset or a power on condition. The BIOS stack has been built.
  • Page 80 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Checkpoint Code Description Bus initialization system, static, output devices will be done next, if present. See the last page for additional information. Completed post-video ROM test processing. If the EGA/VGA controller is not found, performing the display memory read/write test next. The EGA/VGA controller was not found.
  • Page 81 Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Checkpoint Code Description The memory above 1 MB has been tested and initialized. Saving the memory size information next. The memory size information and the CPU registers are saved. Entering real mode next. Shutdown was successful. The CPU is in real mode. Disabling the Gate A20 line, parity, and the NMI next.
  • Page 82 H8DGU-LN4F+ Serverboard User’s Manual Checkpoint Code Description Initialization before the C800 adaptor ROM gains control has completed. The adaptor ROM check is next. The adaptor ROM had control and has now returned control to BIOS POST. Performing any required processing after the option ROM returned control. Any initialization required after the option ROM test has completed.

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