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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
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 motherboard. The
supports a single or dual Intel
of 800 MHz . Based upon the Intel Xeon EM64T processor, the
4G2/X6DVA-EG2 supports the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, EM64T, and the
Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology, and is ideal for high performance server
environments. Please refer to the motherboard specifi cations pages on our web
site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/) for updates on supported processors.
This product is intended to be professionally installed.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifications and performance of the
X6DVA-4G2/X6DVA-EG2 mainboard and provides detailed information about the
chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when
installing the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into
the system.
If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes troubleshoot-
ing procedures for the video, the memory and the system setup stored in the
CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on
running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS POST Messages.
Appendix B lists BIOS POST Codes.
Appendix C lists Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in this 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.
Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation
or to prevent damage to the components.
Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or to ensure
correct system setup.
Preface
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