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  • Page 1 PDSML-LN1+ PDSML-LN2+ PDSML-E+ USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.1a...
  • Page 2 Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com. Super Micro Computer, Inc. ("Supermicro") reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice. This product, including software, if any, and documentation may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any medium or machine without prior written consent.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    EM64T technology, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep ® Technology (EIST) and Matrix Storage Technology. Please refer to the motherboard specifi cations pages on our web site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/) for updates or visit Intel's web site for processor support. This product is intended to be installed and serviced by a professional technician.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Manual Organization ....................iii Conventions Used in the Manual .................. iii Chapter 1: Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ..................... 1-1 Contacting Supermicro ................1-2 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ Image ....... 1-3 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ Layout ....... 1-4 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ Quick Reference ..1-5 Motherboard Features ................1-6 Intel 3000/3010 Chipset: System Block Diagram ........
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Reset Button .................... 2-12 Power Button ................... 2-12 Connecting Cables ..................2-13 ATX Power Connector ................2-13 Processor Power Connector ..............2-13 Serial Ports ....................2-14 Chassis Intrusion ..................2-14 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ..............2-15 GLAN (Ethernet Ports) ................2-15 ATX PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Ports .............
  • Page 6 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual Memory Errors ................... 3-2 Losing the System’s Setup Confi guration ..........3-2 Technical Support Procedures ................ 3-2 Frequently Asked Questions ................3-3 Returning Merchandise for Service ..............3-4 Chapter 4: BIOS Introduction ....................... 4-1 Running Setup ....................4-2 Main BIOS Setup .....................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Overview Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro motherboards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and perfor- mance. 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: Pdsml-Ln1+/Pdsml-Ln2+/Pdsml-E+ Image

    Chapter 1: Introduction PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ Image An Important Note to the User • All images and layouts shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of this manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
  • Page 10 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) Fan1 Fan6 KB/MS P W 3 P W 4 JPW2 JPW1 PWR SMB PWRFault 8-pin PWR J 2 8 USB 1/2 J 1 5 CTRL2 (*LN2+) LGA 775 Intel 3000 J 3 1 Intel 3010 PDSML-E+ Only...

  • Page 11: Pdsml-Ln1+/Pdsml-Ln2+/Pdsml-E+ Quick Reference

    Chapter 1: Introduction PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ Quick Reference Jumpers Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear See Section 2-7 C1/JI C Bus to PCI Slots 1/2 Open (Disabled) Power Force-On Open (Disabled) JPG1 VGA Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1/JPL2 (Note) Giga-bit LAN 1/2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Connectors Description...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Features

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual Motherboard Features Processor • Single Intel Xeon 3200/3000/Core 2 Duo Series//Pentium D dual-core/Pentium 4/Celeron D processors at system bus speeds of 1066/800/533 MHz. • Hyper-Threading (HT), EM64T, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep (EIST) supported The EM64T Feature is supported when: •...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction ACPI Features • Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard/Mouse • Main switch override mechanism • External modem ring-on Onboard I/O • One ATA/100 EIDE Channel • Intel ICH7R SATA Controller, 4 connectors for 4 devices with support of RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 (Note) •...

  • Page 14: Intel 3000/3010 Chipset: System Block Diagram

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual V R M V 1 1 L G A 7 7 5 _ P R O C E S S O R V R M 1 1 C K 4 1 0 C L K F S B : 1 0 6 6 / 8 0 0 / 5 3 3 M H z D D R 2 P C I - e x 8 D D R 2 _ 6 6 7 / 5 3 3 / 4 0 0...

  • Page 15: Chipset Overview

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chipset Overview The Intel 3000/3010 chipset is comprised of two primary components: the Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the I/O Controller Hub (ICH7R). With the capabilities provided by the Intel 3000/3010 chipset, the PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ provides the performance and feature-set required for cost-effective UP servers. Memory Controller Hub (MCH) The function of the MCH is to manage the data fl...

  • Page 16: Special Features

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss BIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. You can choose for the system to remain powered off (in which case you must hit the power switch to turn it back on) or for it to automatically return to a power- on state.

  • Page 17: Acpi Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction CPU Overheat LED and Control This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat warning function in the BIOS. This allows the user to defi ne an overheat temperature. When this temperature exceeds the predefi ned temperature threshold, both overheat fan and the warning LED will be activated.

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual supply provides power to keep the required circuitry in the system alive. In case the system malfunctions and you want to turn off the power, just press and hold the power button for 4 seconds. This option can be set in the Power section of the BIOS Setup routine.

  • Page 19: Super I/O

    IPMI is a management interface that enables a user or administrator to remotely access, monitor, diagnose and manage servers and networks. To use the IPMI 2.0 slot on this motherboard, use Supermicro’s AOC-SIM1U, AOC-SIM1U+ or the AOC-SIMLC Intelligent Management module, and the IPMIView software utility that is included in the package.
  • Page 20 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User’s Manual For more information on IPMI confi guration, please refer to the AOC-SIM1U/SIM1U+ and AOC-SIMLC User’s Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/ products/accessories/addon/SIM.cfm. 1-14...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation Electro-Static Sensitive Devices Electro-Static 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.

  • Page 22: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Processor, Heatsink and Fan Installation When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Notes: 1. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Installation North Key 3. Locate Pin 1 on the CPU socket. Note: Pin 1 is the corner marked with a triangle. Please note that the North Key and the South Key are located vertically in the CPU housing. 4.
  • Page 24 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Installation of the Heatsink 1. Locate the CPU Fan on the mother- board. (Refer to the layout on the right for the CPU Fan location.) 2. Position the heatsink so that the heatsink fan wires are closest to the CPU fan and are not interfered with other components.

  • Page 25: Mounting The Motherboard In The Chassis

    Chapter 2: Installation 8. Repeat Step 6 to insert all four heatsink fasteners into the mounting holes. 9. Once all four fasteners are securely inserted into the mounting holes and the heatsink is properly installed on the moth- erboard, connect the heatsink fan wires to the CPU Fan connector.

  • Page 26: Installing Ddr2 Memory

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Installing DDR2 Memory Memory Module Installation Exercise extreme care when installing or removing memory mod- ules to prevent any possible damage. Insert each DDR2 memory module vertically into its slot. Pay attention to the notch along the bottom of the module to prevent inserting the module incor- rectly.

  • Page 27: Front View

    Chapter 2: Installation Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability System Device Size Physical Memory Physical Memory Remaining (-Available) Remaining (-Available) (3 GB Total System Memory) (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub 1 MB 3.00 3.99 fl ash memory (System BIOS) Local APIC 4 KB 3.00...

  • Page 28: Control Panel Connectors/Io Ports

    JF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located on a control panel at the front of the chassis. These connectors are designed specifi cally for use with Supermicro server chassis. Refer to the following section for descriptions and pin defi nitions.

  • Page 29: Front Control Panel Pin Defi Nitions

    Chapter 2: Installation C. Front Control Panel Pin Defi nitions NMI Button NMI Button Pin Defi nitions (JF1) The non-maskable interrupt button Pin# Defi nition header is located on pins 19 and 20 Control of JF1. Refer to the table on the right Ground for pin defi...

  • Page 30: Hdd Led

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual HDD LED HDD LED Pin Defi nitions (JF1) The HDD LED connection is located Pin# Defi nition on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the hard drive LED cable here to display HD Active disk activity (for any hard drives on the system, including Serial ATA and IDE if available).

  • Page 31: Overheat/Fanfail Led

    Chapter 2: Installation Overheat/FanFail LED OH/Fan Fail Indicator OH/Fan Fail LED Connect an LED cable to the OH/Fan Status Pin Defi nitions (JF1) Fail connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 State Defi nition Pin# Defi nition to provide advanced warning of chas- Normal sis overheating or system fan failure.

  • Page 32: Reset Button

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Reset Button Reset Button The Reset Button connection is lo- Pin Defi nitions (JF1) cated on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach Pin# Defi nition it to the hardware reset switch on the Reset computer case. Refer to the table on Ground the right for pin defi...

  • Page 33: Atx Power Connector

    Chapter 2: Installation Connectors and Headers ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Defi nitions Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition ATX Power Connector +3.3V +3.3V The main power supply connec- -12V +3.3V tor (JPW1) on the PDSML-LN1+/ PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ meets the PS_ON Server System Infrastructure (SSI) specification.

  • Page 34: Serial Ports

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Defi nitions (COM1/COM2) Two serial headers: COM1 (J31), Pin # Defi nition Pin # Defi nition COM2 are included on the mother- board. COM1 (J31) is a port located next to VGA port. See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 35: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus (USB) There are two Universal Serial Bus Universal Serial Bus Pin Defi nitions ports (BP USB 1/2) (J15) located on Back Panel USB Front Panel USB the I/O back panel and additional four Pin # Defi...

  • Page 36: Atx Ps/2 Keyboard And Mouse Ports

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Port Pin PS/2 Mouse Ports Defi nitions Pin# Defi nition The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 Data mouse are located next to the Back Panel USB ports on the motherboard. Ground See the table at right for pin defi...

  • Page 37: Fan Headers

    Chapter 2: Installation Fan Headers Fan Header T h e P D S M L - L N 1 + / P D S M L - L N 2 + / Pin Defi nitions (Fan1-5) PDSML-E+ has six fan connections (Fan1 to Fan6).

  • Page 38: Wake-On-Ring

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Wake-On-Ring Wake-On-Ring The Wake-On-Ring header is located Pin Defi nitions at JWOR. This function allows an (JWOR) incoming call to the modem to "wake Pin# Defi nition up" your system when in the suspend Ground (Black) state. See the table on the right for Wake-up pin definitions.

  • Page 39: Vga Connector

    Chapter 2: Installation VGA Connector A VGA connector (JG1) is located next to the COM1 port on the IO backplane. Refer to the board layout below for the location. Power LED PWR LED Pin Defi nitions The Power LED connector is desig- Pin# Defi...

  • Page 40: Power Fault

    Pin 4 Fail Signal chassis. See the table on the right for pin Note: This feature is only available when using defi nitions. redundant Supermicro power supplies. Power SMB (I C) Connector PWR SMB Pin Defi nitions...
  • Page 41 Chapter 2: Installation Redundant PWR Alarm Redundant PWR Supply Reset Connector Alarm Reset Jumper Defi nition A Redundant Power Supply Fail Alarm Enabled Reset is located at JPR1. Refer to the Disabled board layout below for the location. A. PWR Alarm Reset Fan1 Fan6 KB/MS...

  • Page 42: Jumper Settings

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identifi ed with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 43: Cmos Clear

    Chapter 2: Installation CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads to prevent the accidental clearing of CMOS. To clear CMOS, use a metal object such as a small screwdriver to touch both pads at the same time to short the connection.

  • Page 44: Power Force On Enable

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Power Force On Enable/ Power Force On Disable Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPF) Jumper JPF allows you to enable or Jumper Setting Defi nition disable the Power Force On function. If Open Normal enabled, the power will always stay on Closed Force On automatically.

  • Page 45: Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 2: Installation Onboard LED Indicators Activity Link GLAN LEDs (*Rear View: When facing the There are two GLAN ports on the rear side of the system) PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ and one GLAN Activity LED Indicator GLAN port on the PDSML-LN1+. Each Gigabit Ethernet LAN port has two LED Color Defi...

  • Page 46: Floppy, Hard Disk Drive And Ipmi 2.0 Connections

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Floppy, Hard Disk Drive and IPMI 2.0 Connections Note the following when connecting the fl oppy and hard disk drive cables: • The fl oppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. •...

  • Page 47: Ide Connectors

    Chapter 2: Installation IDE Drive Connectors IDE Connector Pin Defi nitions (IDE) Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition There is one IDE Connector (J3) on the Reset IDE Ground motherboard. See the table on the right Host Data 7 Host Data 8 for pin defi...
  • Page 48 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Notes 2-28...

  • Page 49: 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 50: Memory Errors

    Before contacting Technical Support, please make sure that you have followed all the steps listed below. Also, note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro does not sell directly to end-users, so it is best to fi rst check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services.

  • Page 51: Frequently Asked Questions

    3. If you've followed the instructions above to troubleshoot your system, and still cannot resolve the problem, then please contact Supermicro's technical support and provide them with the following information: • Motherboard model and PCB revision number •...

  • Page 52: Returning Merchandise For Service

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual bootable device or USB pen to fl ash the BIOS. Then, your system will automati- cally reboot. If you choose the .exe fi le, please run the .exe fi le under Windows to create the BIOS fl ash fl oppy disk. Insert the fl oppy disk into the system you wish to fl...

  • Page 53: Chapter 4: Bios

    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. Please refer to the Manual Download area of the Supermicro web site <http://www.supermicro.com> for any changes to the BIOS that may not be refl ected in this manual.

  • Page 54: Running Setup

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Running Setup *Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted. The BIOS setup options described in this section are selected by choosing the ap- propriate text from the main BIOS Setup screen. All displayed text is described in this section, although the screen display is often all you need to understand how to set the options (Refer to the next page).
  • Page 55 Chapter 4: BIOS Main BIOS Setup Menu Main Setup Features System Time To set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate fi elds. Then press the <Enter> key to save the data. System Date Using the arrow keys, highlight the month, day and year fi...
  • Page 56 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Parallel ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Parallel ATA and confi gure Parallel ATA settings. The options are Disabled and Enabled (Parallel ATA). Serial ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable Serial ATA. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: BIOS Primary IDE Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Master/Slave, or Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA Port 1, SATA Port 2, SATA Port 3, SATA Port 4 These settings allow the user to set the parameters of Primary IDE Master/Slave and Secondary IDE Master/Slave slots. Hit <Enter> to activate the following sub- menu screen for detailed options of these items.
  • Page 58 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual LBA Format The following items will be displayed by the BIOS: Total Sectors: This item displays the number of total sectors available in the LBA Format. Maximum Capacity: This item displays the maximum capacity in the LBA Format.

  • Page 59: Advanced Setup

    Chapter 4: BIOS Advanced Setup Choose Advanced from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. The items with a triangle beside them have sub menus that can be accessed by highlighting the item and pressing <Enter>. Options for PIR settings are displayed by highlighting the setting option using the arrow keys and pressing <Enter>.
  • Page 60 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual ACPI Mode Use the setting to determine if you want to employ ACPI (Advanced Confi guration and Power Interface) power management on your system. The options are Yes and No. Enable Multimedia Timer Set this to Yes support the High Performance Event timer for Windows XP/2003 and later.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: BIOS Cache System BIOS Area This setting allows you to designate a reserve area in the system memory to be used as a System BIOS buffer to allow the BIOS to write (cache) its data into this reserved memory area. Select "Write Protect" to enable this function, and this area will be reserved for the BIOS ROM access only.
  • Page 62 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual the system memory at the same time. Select Write Protect to prevent data from being written into the extended memory area. Select Write Back to allow the CPU to write data back directly from the buffer without writing data to the System Memory for fast CPU data processing and operation.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4: BIOS installation of a new software , you might want to change this setting and try again. A different OS requires a different Bus Master clock rate. Large Disk Access Mode This setting determines how large hard drives are accessed. The options are DOS or Other (for Unix, Novelle NetWare and other operating systems).
  • Page 64 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Advanced Processor Options Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings: CPU Speed The feature allows the BIOS to display the CPU Speed. Frequency Ratio This feature allows the user to select the ration for the internal frequency multiplier of the CPU.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: BIOS Set Max. Extended CPU CPU ID=3 Set to Enabled to allow the user set the CPU Maximum Extended ID to 3. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Echo TPR Set to Disabled to allow sending of xTPR messages on the system bus. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 66 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual I/O Device Confi guration Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. KBC Clock input This setting allows you to set the clock frequency for the Keyboard Clock. The options are 6MHz, 8MHz, 12 MHz, and 16MHz. Serial Port A This setting allows you to decide how Serial Port A is controlled.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: BIOS DMI Event Logging Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log Validity This is a display to inform you of the event log validity. It is not a setting. Event Log Capacity This is a display to inform you of the event log capacity. It is not a setting. View DMI Event Log Highlight this item and press <Enter>...
  • Page 68 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Console Redirection Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port Address This item allows you to specify if you want to redirect the console to Onboard COM A or to Onboard COM B. This setting can also be Disabled. BAUD Rate This item allows you to select the BAUD rate for console redirection.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: BIOS CPU Temperature Threshold This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate the alarm system when the CPU temperature reaches this pre-set temperature threshold. The options depend on what type of processor is installed. For Intel Core™ 2 Duo processors ("Conroe"), the values are 55 C, 60 C, 65...
  • Page 70 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Security Choose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Security setting options are displayed by highlighting the setting using the arrow keys and pressing <Enter>. All Security BIOS settings are described in this section.
  • Page 71 Chapter 4: BIOS Fixed Disk Boot Sector: This setting may offer some protection against viruses. Set to Write Protect prevent viruses from writing data codes to the boot sector on the hard drive. The other option is Normal. Password on Boot: When enabled, a password is required when the system boots up.

  • Page 72: Exit

    PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Exit Choose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. All Exit BIOS settings are described in this section. Exit Saving Changes Highlight this item and hit <Enter> to save any changes you've made and to exit the BIOS Setup utility.

  • Page 73: Appendix A: Bios Post Error Messages

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST Messages and LED Indicators During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If a problem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm, turn on LED indicators, or display a message.
  • Page 74 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual A-5 BIOS Messages Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not working or not confi gured properly. Check to see if fi xed disk is at- tached properly. Run Setup. Find out if the fi xed-disk type is correctly identifi ed. Stuck key Stuck key on keyboard.
  • Page 75 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages System CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values.
  • Page 76 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual System cache error - Cache disabled RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace the cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system performance considerably. CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error.
  • Page 77 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Fixed Disk n Fixed disk n (0-3) identifi ed. Invalid System Confi guration Data Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data. I/O device IRQ confl ict I/O device IRQ confl ict error. PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen: PS/2 Mouse installed.
  • Page 78 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous Displayed after any recoverable error message.

  • Page 79: Appendix Bbios Post Codes

    Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the Phoenix BIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display an POST code that describes the problem.
  • Page 80 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual POST Code Description 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Auto size DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager Clear 512 kB base RAM 1-3-4-1 RAM failure on address line xxxx* 1-3-4-3 RAM failure on data bits xxxx* of low byte of...
  • Page 81 Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Confi gure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area Display external L2 cache size Load custom defaults (optional)
  • Page 82 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual POST Code Description Check for SMART Drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives Set time of day Check key lock Initialize typematic rate Erase F2 prompt Scan for F2 key stroke Enter SETUP...
  • Page 83 Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description Re-map I/O and memory for PCMCIA Initialize digitizer and display message Unknown interrupt The following are for boot block in Flash ROM POST Code Description Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot...
  • Page 84 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Notes...
  • Page 85 RAID Utility program to confi gure the RAID Level that you desire before installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 operating system and other software drivers. (The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CD that came packaged with your motherboard.) Note that the current version of the ICH7R SATA RAID Utility can only support Windows XP/2000/2003 Operating Systems.
  • Page 86 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual RAID Confi gurations The following types of RAID confi gurations are supported: RAID 0 (Data Striping): this writes data in parallel, interleaved ("striped") sections of two hard drives. Data transfer rate is doubled over using a single disk. RAID1 (Data Mirroring): an identical data image from one drive is copied to another drive.
  • Page 87 Appendix C: Software Installation Using the Intel ICH7R SATA RAID Utility Program 1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. After the system exits from the BIOS Setup Utility, the system will automatically reboot. The following screen appears after Power-On Self Test. b.
  • Page 88 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Creating a RAID 0 Volume: a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go to the next fi...
  • Page 89 Appendix C: Software Installation Creating a RAID 1 Volume: a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 1 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go to the next fi...
  • Page 90 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Creating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0): a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 10 set and press <Enter>. c.
  • Page 91 Appendix C: Software Installation Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity): a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 5 set and press <Enter>. c.
  • Page 92 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Deleting RAID Volume: (Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the disk drives when deleting a RAID set.) a. From the main menu, select item2-Delete RAID Volume, and press <Enter>. b.
  • Page 93 Appendix C: Software Installation Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD (Warning: Be cautious when you reset a RAID volume HDD to non- RAID or Resetting a RAID HDD. Resetting a RAID volume HDD or Resetting a RAID HDD will reformat the HDD and delete the internal RAID structure on the drive.) a.

  • Page 94: With Raid Functions

    After the Windows XP/2000/2003 Installation is completed, the system will au- tomatically reboot. i. Insert Supermicro CD that came with the package into the CD Drive during system reboot, and the following screen will appear: Note: the current version of the ICH7R SATA RAID Utility can only support the Windows XP/2000/2003 Operating System.
  • Page 95 After all the hardware has been installed, you must fi rst install the operating system, and then, other software drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your motherboard. Note: for the Windows 2003 OS, please refer to Page C-10.
  • Page 96 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor 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 the SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 97 Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web Site at: ftp:// ftp.supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend Supero Doctor II.
  • Page 98 PDSML-LN1+/PDSML-LN2+/PDSML-E+ User's Manual Notes C-14...
  • Page 99 (Disclaimer) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in signifi cant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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