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Access, the X7SLM/X7SLM+ delivers unparalleled system performance and great energy efficiency in a slim package. Please refer to the motherboard specifica- tions pages on our web site (http://www.supermicro.com/Products/) for updates on supported processors. This product is intended to be installed and serviced by a professional.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual 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 pro- vides information for correct system setup.
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Table of Contents Preface About This Motherboard ....................3 Manual Organization ..................... 3 Conventions Used in the Manual: ................. 3 Contacting Supermicro ....................5 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ......................1-1 Chipset Overview ................... 1-9 Graphics Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) ............. 1-9 Intel®...
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Table of Contents Memory Support ....................2-6 Connectors/IO Ports ..................2-7 Back Panel Connectors and IO Ports ............. 2-7 ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports ..........2-8 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ................ 2-9 Serial Ports ....................2-10 Video Connector ..................2-11 Ethernet Ports ..................
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures ................3-1 Before Power On .................... 3-1 No Power ......................3-1 No Video ......................3-1 Memory Errors ....................3-2 Losing the System’s Setup Configuration ............3-2 Technical Support Procedures ................ 3-2 Frequently Asked Questions ................3-3 Returning Merchandise for Service..............
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.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual X7SLM/X7SLM+ Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Motherboard Features • Single Intel® Core™ 2 Duo/Pentium dual-core/Pentium D/Pentium 4/Celeron dual-core/Celeron/Celeron D Processor with a system bus speed of up to 800 MHz and the CPU voltage of up to 65W. Notes: For system stability, please do not use a processor with the volt- age higher than 65W.
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Chapter 1: Introduction • System resource alert via Supero Doctor III • CPU Thermal Trip support • Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) support • PECI (Platform Environment Configuration Interface) support • TPM (Trusted Platform Management) support (X7SLM+ only) ACPI Features • Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator •...
Chapter 1: Introduction Chipset Overview The Intel® 82945GC chipset, designed for use with the Intel® LGA 775 processor with a front side bus speed of up to 800 MHz, contains two components: GMCH (North Bridge) and ICH7 (South Bridge). The GMCH is used for the host bridge, and the ICH7, for the I/O subsystems.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual PC Health Monitoring This section describes the PC health monitoring features of the X7SLM/X7SLM+. The motherboard has an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports PC health monitoring. 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.
Chapter 1: Introduction Slow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator When the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start blinking to indicate that the CPU is in suspend mode. When the user presses any key, the CPU will wake-up and the LED will automatically stop blinking and remain on.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Super I/O The disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a floppy disk drive controller that is compatible with industry standard 82077/765, a data separator, write pre-compensation circuitry, decode logic, data rate selection, a clock genera- tor, drive interface control logic and interrupt and DMA logic.
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation Static-Sensitive Devices Electro-static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent dam- age to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. Precautions •...
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Motherboard Installation All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both motherboard and chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the mother- board to the chassis.
Chapter 2: Installation Processor and Heatsink Installation Warning: 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 add- ing, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU LGA 775 socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Once aligned, carefully lower the CPU North Center Edge straight down to the socket. (Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or verti- cally. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damage to the CPU or South Center Edge...
Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Heatsink Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die-the required amount has already been applied. Screw#2 Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so Screw#1 that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Installing DDR2 Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Also Note that the memory is interleaved to improve performance (See step 1).
Chapter 2: Installation Connectors/IO Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See the figure below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Back Panel Connectors and IO Ports I/O Port Locations and Definitions Back Panel Connectors 1.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Pin Mouse Ports Definitions PS2 Keyboard PS2 Mouse The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 Pin# Definition Pin# Definition mouse are located next to the Back KB Data Mouse Data Panel USB Ports 1~2 on the moth- No Connection No Connection erboard.
Chapter 2: Installation Universal Serial Bus (USB) Back Panel USB 0/1 Pin Definitions Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB Pin# Definition Pin# Definition 0 and USB 1) are located on the I/O back panel. Additionally, three USB USB_PN USB_PN connections (USB 2 and USB 3/4) are USB_PP USB_PP located at J45 &...
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Ports-COM1/COM2 Pin Definitions Two COM connections (COM1 & COM2) Pin # Definition Pin # Definition are located on the motherboard. COM1 is located on the Backplane IO panel. COM2 is located next to the floppy drive to provide additional onboard serial connection support.
Chapter 2: Installation Video Connector A Video (VGA/CRT) connector is located next to COM Port1 on the IO backplane. This connector is used to provide video and CRT display. Refer to the board layout below for the location. 1. VGA 2-11...
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Ethernet Ports LAN Ports Pin Definition Two Ethernet ports are located at on Pin# Definition the IO backplane. This ports accept P2V5SB SGND RJ45 type cables. (Note: Please refer TD0+ Act LED to the LED Indicator Section for LAN TD0- P3V3SB LED information.)
These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro server chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the various control panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer to the following section for descriptions and pin definitions.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Front Control Panel Pin Definitions NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The non-maskable interrupt button Pin# Definition header is located on pins 19 and 20 Control of JF1. Refer to the table on the right Ground for pin definitions. Power LED Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power LED connection is located Pin#...
Chapter 2: Installation HDD LED The HDD LED connection is located HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a Pin# Definition hard drive LED cable here to display disk activity (for any hard drive ac- HD Active tivities on the system, including Serial ATA and IDE).
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail LED OH/Fan Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Connect an LED Cable to the OH/ Pin# Definition Fan Fail connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide advanced warnings Ground of chassis overheat or fan failure. OH/Fan Fail Indicator Refer to the table on the right for pin Status...
Chapter 2: Installation Reset Button Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located Pin Definitions (JF1) on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a Pin# Definition hardware reset switch on the computer Reset case. Refer to the table on the right for Ground pin definitions.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Connecting Cables This section provides brief descriptions and pin-out definitions for onboard headers and connectors. Be sure to use the correct cable for each header or connector. • For information on FP USB (USB 2, 3~4), please see Page 2-9. •...
Chapter 2: Installation External Power Connector 12V 4-Pin External Power Connector In addition to the 24-pin main power con- Pin Definitions nector and the 8-pin auxiliary power located Definition at J41, the 4-pin External Power connector +12V at JP3 is used to provide power to external Ground 1 removable devices such as add-on cards Ground 2...
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Fan Headers The X7SLM/X7SLM+ has five fan head- Fan Header ers (Fan1 ~ Fan5). Fans 1~4 are system Pin Definitions cooling fans. Fan 5 is used as a CPU Pin# Definition fan. These fans are 4-pin fan headers. Ground (Black) However, Pins 1~3 of the fan headers are 2.5A/+16V...
Chapter 2: Installation Internal Speaker Internal Buzzer (SP1) Pin Definition The Internal Speaker, located at SP1, Pin# Definitions can be used to provide audible indica- Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In tions for various beep codes. See the Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm table on the right for pin definitions.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Overheat/Fan Fail LED (JOH1 Overheat LED Pin Definitions The JOH1 header is used to connect Pin# Definition an LED to provide warnings of chas- 5vDC sis overheat. This LED will also blink OH Active to indicate a fan failure. Refer to the table on right for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the mother- board, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers cre- ate shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS. Instead of pins, this "jumper" consists of contact pads to prevent 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. Always remove the AC power cord from the system before clearing CMOS.
Chapter 2: Installation TPM Support Enable (X7SLM+ Only) TPM Support Enable Jumper Settings JPT1 allows the user to enable TPM Jumper Setting Definition (Trusted Platform Modules) support Enabled to enhance data integrity and system Disabled security. See the table on the right for jumper settings.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual Onboard Indicators Activity LED Link LED LAN Port LEDs Two LAN ports are located on the IO Back- Rear View (when facing the plane. Each Ethernet LAN port has two rear side of the chassis) LEDs. The yellow LED indicates activity, GLAN Activity Indicator LED Settings while the Link LED may be green, amber...
Chapter 2: Installation Serial ATA, HDD and Floppy Drive Connections Note the following conditions when connecting the Serial ATA and hard disk drive cables: • Be sure to use the correct cable for each connector. Refer to Page 1-1 for cables that came with your shipment.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual IDE Connector IDE Drive Connectors Pin Definitions An IDE Connector is located above Pin# Definition Pin # Definition USB Connector 2 on the motherboard. Reset IDE Ground This 44-pin connector provides support Host Data 7 Host Data 8 for 2.5"...
Chapter 2: Installation Floppy Connector Floppy Drive Connector Pin Definitions The floppy connector is located next Pin# Definition Pin # Definition to COM2 Connector on the mother- Ground FDHDIN board. See the table on the right for Ground Reserved pin definitions. FDEDIN Ground Index...
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.
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 first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 3. If you've followed the instructions above to troubleshoot your system, and still cannot resolve the problem, then contact Supermicro's technical support and provide them with the following information: • Motherboard model and PCB revision number • BIOS release date/version (this can be seen on the initial display when your system first boots up) •System configuration...
Also, the SPI BIOS chip installed on this motherboard is not removable. To repair or replace a damaged BIOS chip, please send your motherboard to RMA at Supermicro for service. Question: What's on the CD that came with my motherboard? Answer: The supplied compact disc has quite a few drivers and programs that will greatly enhance your system.
When an option is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it. (Note: the AMI BIOS has default text messages built in. Supermicro retains the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages.) The AMI BIOS Setup Utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Starting the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible POST (Power On Self Test) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Processor When you select this option, the AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of processor as shown below: Speed Count System Memory This option allows the AMI BIOS to display the size of memory available in the system.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual 4-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to access the submenu items: BIOS Features Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system boot.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS ACPI Configuration Use this feature to configure ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) power management settings for your system. ACPI Aware OS Select Yes to enable ACPI support for the OS. Disable this feature if ACPI is not supported by your OS.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Ratio CMOS Setting This option allows the user to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. (Note: if an invalid ratio is entered, the AMI BIOS will restore the setting to the previous state.) Hyper-Threading (Available when supported by the CPU) Set to Enabled to use the Hyper-Threading Technology, which will result in increased CPU performance.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Core-Multi-Processing (Available when supported by the CPU) Set to Enabled to use a processor's Second Core and beyond. (Please refer to Intel's web site for more information.) The options are Disabled and Enabled. Clock-Spread Spectrum Select Enable to use the feature of Clock Spectrum, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Initiate Graphic Adapter Use the feature to select the graphics controller to be used as the primary boot device. The options are IGD, PCI/IGD, PCI/PEG, PEG/IGD, and PEG/PCI. Internal Graphics Device (IGD) Graphics Mode Select Use the feature to set the amount of system memory to be used by the Internal Graphics Devices.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS USB Configuration This feature allows the user to configure USB settings for the motherboard. Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to use Legacy USB devices. If this item is set to Auto, Legacy USB support will be automatically enabled if a legacy USB device is installed on the motherboard, and vise versa.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual IDE Configuration Submenu When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the IDE Devices and displays the following items: Floppy A This feature allows the user to select the type of floppy drive connected to the sys- tem.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto to allow the AMI BIOS to automatically detect the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select 0 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 0.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Hard Disk Write Protect Select Enabled to use the feature of Hard Disk Write Protect to prevent data from being written to HDD. The options are Enabled or Disabled. IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) Use this feature to set the time-out value for the BIOS to detect the ATA, ATAPI devices installed in the system.
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Load Onboard LAN 1 Option ROM/ Load Onboard LAN 2 Option ROM Select Enabled to load the onboard LAN Option ROM for the LAN port as specified. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Super IO Configuration Onboard Floppy Controller Select Enabled to enable the onboard Floppy Controller.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual The options are: The Default Alarm Setting: Select this setting if you want the CPU overheat alarm (including the LED and the buzzer) to be triggered when the CPU temperature reaches about 5 C above the threshold temperature as predefined by the CPU manufacturer to give the CPU and system fans additional time needed for CPU and system cooling.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS Serial Port Mode This feature allows the user to set the serial port mode for Console Redirection. The options are 115200 8, n 1; 57600 8, n, 1; 38400 8, n, 1; 19200 8, n, 1; and 9600 8, n, 1.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual TPM Enable/Disable Status This item displays the status of TPM Enabled/Disabled state. TPM Owner Status This item displays the status of TPM Ownership. Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both pass- words, the Supervisor password must be set first.
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Chapter 4: AMI BIOS User Access Level Use this feature to set the access level for a user. The options are: No Access, View Only, Limited, and Full Access. Change User Password Select this feature and press <Enter> to access the submenu , and then type in a new User Password.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual 4-5 Boot Configuration Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Device Priority This feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority for the Boot Device. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, 3rd boot device, and Disabled. •...
Chapter 4: AMI BIOS CD/DVD Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available CD/DVD Drives. The settings are 1st boot device and Disabled. • 1st Drive - [CD/DVD: PM-LITE-ON] Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen.
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X7SLM/X7SLM+ User’s Manual Load Fail-Safe Defaults To set this feature, select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. The Fail-Safe settings are designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. 4-20...
Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A POST Error Beep Codes This section lists POST (Power On Self Test) error beep codes for the AMI BIOS. POST error beep codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. This section lists Beep Codes for recoverable POST errors. Recoverable POST Error Beep Codes When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, BIOS will display a POST code that describes the problem.
After the Windows XP/2003 OS Installation is completed, the system will auto- matically reboot. Insert the Supermicro Setup CD that came with your motherboard into the CD Drive during system boot, and the main screen as shown on Page C-1 will display.
Appendix C: Software Installation Instructions Appendix C Software Installation Instructions C-1 Installing Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items.
X7SLM/X7SLM+ User's Manual C-2 Configuring 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.
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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 that you...
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(Disclaimer continued) 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 significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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