Acpi Features; Power Supply - Supermicro X10DRH-CLN4 User Manual

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ACPI Features

ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specifi-
cation defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard
way to integrate power management features throughout a system, including its
hardware, operating system, and application software. This enables the system to
automatically turn on and off peripherals such as network cards, hard-disk drives,
and printers.
In addition to power management directed by the operating system, the ACPI also
provides a generic system event mechanism for Plug-and-Play and an interface
(independent of the operating system) for configuration control. ACPI leverages
the Plug-and-Play BIOS data structures, while providing an implementation that is
independent of the processor architecture and compatible with Windows 8/R2 and
Windows 2012/R2 Operating Systems.
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Power Supply

As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and
reliable operation. This is even more important for processors that have high CPU
clock rates.
The X10DRH-CLN4/iLN4 motherboard accommodates 24-pin ATX power supplies.
Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the
CPU, some are inadequate. In addition, two 12V 8-pin and a 4-pin power connec-
tions are also required to ensure adequate power supply to the system.
Warning! To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use
a power supply that contains a 24-pin, two 8-pin, and a 4-pin power connectors. Be
sure to connect the 24-pin power connector at J24, the 8-pin power connectors at
JPWR1/JPWR2, and the 4-pin power connector at JF2 on the motherboard to your
power supply. Failure to do so may void the manufacturer warranty on your power
supply and motherboard.
It is strongly recommended that you use a high-quality power supply that meets
the ATX power supply specification 2.02 or above. It must also be SSI-compliant.
(For more information, please refer to the website at http://www.ssiforum.org/.) Ad-
ditionally, in areas where noisy power transmission is present, you may choose to
install a line filter to shield the computer from noise. It is recommended that you
also install a power surge protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.
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