Supermicro p8sct motherboards: user guide (88 pages)
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UPER ® SUPER P6DLS SUPER P6DLE SUPER P6SLS SUPER P6SLA USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.2...
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The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.
Manual Organization Chapter 1, Introduction, describes the features, specifications and performance of the SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA system board, provides detailed information about the chipset, and offers warranty information. Refer to Chapter 2, Installation, for instructions on how to install the Pentium II processor, the retention mechanism, and the heat sink support.
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual If you encounter any problem, please see Chapter 3, Troubleshoot- ing, which describes troubleshooting procedures for video, memo- ry, and the setup configuration stored in memory. Instructions are also included on contacting a technical assistance support repre- sentative and returning merchandise for service and the BBS# for BIOS upgrades.
1-1 Overview ....................1-1 SUPER P6DLS ................1-2 SUPER P6DLE ................1-3 SUPER P6SLA ................1-4 SUPER P6DLS Motherboard Layout ........1-5 SUPER P6DLE Motherboard Layout ........1-6 SUPER P6SLS Motherboard Layout ........1-7 SUPER P6SLA Motherboard Layout ........1-8 SUPER P6DLS Features ............
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual Labor ..................... 1-24 Returns ..................1-24 Chapter 2: Installation 2-1 Pentium II Processor Installation ........... 2-1 OEM Pentium II and Heat Sink Support ........2-5 Removing the Pentium II Processor ........2-6 2-2 Static-Sensitive Devices ..............2-6 Precautions ...................
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Table Contents 2-6 Installing/Removing the DIMM Modules ........2-18 DIMM Module Installation ............2-18 Removing DIMM Modules ............2-19 2-7 Connecting Parallel, FDD and HDD ..........2-20 Parallel Port Connector ............2-21 Floppy Connector ............... 2-22 IDE Interfaces ................2-23 SCSI Connectors .................
Included I/O on all motherboards are 2 EIDE ports, a floppy port, an ECP/EPP parallel port, PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard, 2 serial ports, an infrared port and 2 USB ports. SUPER P6DLS and P6SLS provide an on-board Adaptec 2940UW Ultra Wide SCSI controller...
2-3 Save PD State (default) JBT1: 1-2 (default) —————Bus Speed–———— 2-3 CMOS Clear M H z J C 1 J C 2 J C 3 To clear the CMOS completely, disconnect the power source. WOL: Wake-on-LAN ——–———————–———–——–——–— ——–—–—————————— Figure 1-4. SUPER P6DLS Motherboard Layout...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual PS/2 KB PS/2 MOUSE J17, J18 JP17 JBT1 JBT2 PRINTER Ext Battery JP20 IDE 2 FLOPPY Chassis Intrusion JP19 JJ14 BIOS IDE LED/KEYLOCK/SPEAKER IR CON PW_ON RESET —————Pentium II CPU Speed–———— ——–—— Manufacturer Settings ———— M H z...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual PS/2 KB PS/2 MOUSE J17, J18 JP20 PRINTER FLOPPY IDE 2 JBT2 Ext Battery JBT1 JJ14 BIOS Chassis Intrusion IDE LED/KEYLOCK/SPEAKER IR CON PW_ON RESET —————Pentium II CPU Speed–———— ——–—— Manufacturer Settings ———— M H z...
Chapter 1: Introduction SUPER P6DLS Features The following list covers the general features of SUPER P6DLS: • Dual Pentium II processor 233/266/300 MHz or higher Memory • 1 GB EDO or 512 MB SDRAM • Error Checking and Correction and Parity Checking support Chipset •...
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual ACPI/PC 98 Features • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for sleep-state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard • Real time clock wake-up alarm • Main switch override mechanism • External modem ring-on if system is in SoftOff state On-Board I/O •...
Chapter 1: Introduction SUPER P6DLE Features The following list covers the general features of SUPER P6DLE: • Dual Pentium II processor 233/266/300 MHz or higher Memory • 1 GB EDO or 512 MB SDRAM • Error Checking and Correction and Parity Checking support Chipset •...
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual ACPI/PC 98 Features • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for sleep-state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard • Real time clock wake-up alarm • Main switch override mechanism • External modem ring-on if system is in SoftOff state On-Board I/O •...
Chapter 1: Introduction SUPER P6SLS Features The following list covers the general features of SUPER P6SLS: • Single Pentium II processor 233/266/300 MHz or higher Memory • 1 GB EDO or 512 MB SDRAM • Error Checking and Correction and Parity Checking support Chipset •...
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual ACPI/PC 98 Features • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for sleep-state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard • Real time clock wake-up alarm • Main switch override mechanism • External modem ring-on if system is in SoftOff state On-Board I/O •...
Chapter 1: Introduction SUPER P6SLA Features The following list covers the general features of SUPER P6SLA: • Single Pentium II processor 233/266/300 MHz or higher Memory • 768 MB EDO or 384 MB SDRAM • Error Checking and Correction and Parity Checking support Chipset •...
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual ACPI/PC 98 Features • Microsoft OnNow • Slow blinking LED for sleep-state indicator • BIOS support for USB keyboard • Real time clock wake-up alarm • Main switch override mechanism • External modem ring-on if system is in SoftOff state On-Board I/O •...
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 PC Health Monitoring This section describes the PC health monitoring features of SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA. They have an on-board LM78 Sys- tem Hardware Monitor chip which can support PC health monitor- ing. Seven On-Board Voltage Monitors for the CPU Core/s, ±...
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual CPU Fan Auto-Off in Sleep Mode The CPU fan will turn on when the power is on. It can be turned off when the CPU is in sleep mode. When the CPU is in sleep mode, it means that it will not run at full power, thereby generating less heat.
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Chapter 1: Introduction Hardware BIOS Virus Protection The system BIOS is protected by hardware so that no virus can infect the BIOS area. The user can only change the BIOS content through the flash utility provided by SUPERMICRO. This feature can prevent viruses from infecting the BIOS area and from losing your valuable data.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 1-3 ACPI/PC 98 Features ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specification defines a flexible and abstract hardware inter- face that provides a standard way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including hardware, operating system and application software.
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Chapter 1: Introduction BIOS Support for USB Keyboard If the USB keyboard is the only keyboard in the system, the USB keyboard will work like a normal keyboard during system boot-up. Real Time Clock Wake-up Alarm (ATX power only) The PC is perceived to be off when not in use, but is still capable of responding to wake-up events due to a scheduled date and time of the month.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 1-4 Chipset Overview The 440LX chipset is developed by Intel as the ultimate Pentium II processor platform targeted for emerging 3D graphics and multi- media applications. Along with System-to-PCI bridge integrated with optimized DRAM controller and data path, the chipset intro- duces the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) interface.
EPP is compatible with both Compatible and Extended mode parallel-port devices. 1-8 AIC 7880 SCSI Controller SUPER P6DLS/P6SLS has an on-board SCSI controller which is 100% compatible with an Adaptec 2940UW. Connectors include a 68-pin 16-bit SCSI connector (JA1) and a 50-pin 8-bit internal SCSI...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual connector (JA2). You can connect up to 15 devices (seven 8-bit internal and eight 16-bit internal or external SCSI devices, or 15 Wide internal and external SCSI devices). When Fast SCSI devices are connected, the total length of all cables (internal and external) must not exceed 3 meters (9.8 ft) to...
Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2 Installation 2-1 Pentium II Processor Installation 1. Check the Intel boxed processor kit for the following items: the processor with the fan heatsink attached, two black plastic pegs, two black plastic supports, and one power cable. 2.
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 3. Slide a black plastic support onto each end of the fan heatsink, making sure that the hole and clip are on the outside edge of the support. If the supports are reversed, the holes will not line up with the pegs on the motherboard.
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Chapter 2: Installation 4. Slid the clip (A) on each support toward the processor, exposing the hole that will fit over the peg on the motherboard. Push the latches (B) on the processor toward the center of the processor until they click into place. 5.
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 6. Slide the clips on the supports (A) forward until they click into place to hold the pegs securely. Apply slight pressure on the peg and push the peg toward the clip while pushing the clip forward.
Chapter 2: Installation OEM Pentium II and Heat Sink Support The heat sink support shown on Figure 2-5 consists of a top bar, a base bar, four posts on the top bar and two posts on the base bar. The two posts on the base snaps into the motherboard. Install the two pins into the base bar.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual Removing the Pentium II Processor To remove the Pentium II processor from the motherboard, follow these steps (the reverse of the installation process). 1. Disconnect the fan power cable from the motherboard. It is rec- ommended to leave the cable connected to the processor.
Chapter 2: Installation Precautions • Use a grounded wrist strap designed for static discharge. • Touch a grounded metal object before you remove the board from the anti-static bag. • Handle the board by its edges only; do not touch its compo- nents, peripheral chips, memory modules, or gold contacts.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 2-3 Changing the CPU Speed To change the CPU speed for a Pentium II processor, change the jumpers shown below on Table 2-1. Refer to Table 2-2 for the external bus speed jumper settings. The default bus speed is 66 MHz.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 Mounting the Motherboard in the Chassis All the motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Chassis may come with a variety of mounting fasteners, made of metal or plastic. Although a chassis may have both metal and plastic fasteners, metal fasteners are the most highly recommended because they ground the system board to the chassis.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual PW_ON Connector The PW_ON connector is located on pins 9 and 10 of JF2. Momen- tary contacting both pins will power on/off the system. To turn off the power, hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds. See Table 2-4 for pin definitions.
Chapter 2: Installation Reset Connector The reset connector is located on pins 12 and 13 of JF2. This connector attaches to the hardware Reset switch on the computer case. See Table 2-6 for pin definitions. Table 2-6. Reset Pin Definitions Number Definition Reset...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual Hard Drive LED The hard drive LED is located on pins 1 to 4 of JF1. Attach the hard drive LED cable onto pins 1 and 2. See Table 2-8 for pin defini- tions. Table 2-8. Hard Drive LED Pin Definitions...
Chapter 2: Installation SCSI LED The SCSI LED JPA3 has four pins. See Table 2-10 for pin defini- tions. Table 2-10. SCSI LED Pin Definitions Number Function Control Control Power On/Off State Refer to Table 2-11 on how to set JP20. Save Power Down (PD) State is the default and is used when you want the system to be in power off state the first time you apply power to the system or when...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports The ATX PS/2 keyboard and the PS/2 mouse are located on J34. See Table 2-12 for pin definitions. Table 2-12. PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Pin Definitions Number Function Data...
Chapter 2: Installation ATX Serial Ports ATX serial port COM1 is located on J20 and serial port COM2 is located on J21. See Table 2-14 for pin definitions. Table 2-14. Serial Ports Pin Definitions Number Function Number Function Serial In Serial Out Refer to Table 2-15 for instructions on how to use JP19 for SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual CMOS Clear Refer to Table 2-16 for instructions on how to clear the CMOS. For ATX power supply, you need to completely shut down the system, then use JBT1 to clear the CMOS. Do not use the PW_ON connec- tor to clear the CMOS.
Chapter 2: Installation Wake-on-LAN The Wake-on-LAN connector is located on WOL. Refer to Table 2- 18 for pin definitions. Table 2-18. Wake-on-LAN Pin Definitions Number Function +5V Standby Ground Wake up Fan Connectors* The thermal/overheat fan is located on JT3. The CPU fans are located on JT1 and JT2.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 2-6 Installing/Removing the DIMM Modules SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS can accommodate a maximum of 1 GB EDO or 512 MB SDRAM, using standard 168-pin 3.3V unbuf- fered DIMM memory modules. SUPER P6SLA can accommodate a maximum of 768 MB EDO or 384 MB SDRAM.
Chapter 2: Installation To Remove: Use your thumb to gently push the edge of the socket and release the module. Do this on both sides for each module. DIMM To Install: Insert vertically, press down until it snap into place. Pay attention to the two notches.
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SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 2-7 Connecting Parallel, Floppy and Hard Disk Drives Use the following information to connect the floppy and hard disk drive cables. • The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1.
Chapter 2: Installation Parallel Port Connector The parallel port is located on J19. See Table 2-20 for pin defini- tions. Table 2-20. Parallel Port Pin Definitions Number Function Number Function Strobe- Auto Feed- Data Bit 0 Error- Data Bit 1 Init- Data Bit 2 SLCT IN-...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual Floppy Connector The floppy connector is located on J22. See Table 2-21 for pin definitions. Table 2-21. Floppy Connector Pin Definitions Number Function Number Function FDHDIN Reserved FDEDIN Index- Motor Enable Drive Select B- Drive Select A-...
Chapter 2: Installation IDE Interfaces There are no jumpers to configure the on-board IDE interfaces J15 and J16. Refer to Table 2-22 for the pin definitions. Table 2-22. IDE Connector Pin Definitions Number Function Number Function Reset IDE Host Data 7 Host Data 8 Host Data 6 Host Data 9...
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual SCSI Connectors (P6DLS and P6SLS only) There are no jumpers to configure the on-board SCSI interfaces JA1 and JA2. Refer to Table 2-23 for the pin definitions for JA2. Refer to Table 2-24 for the pin definitions for JA1.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual AGP Port There are no jumpers to configure the AGP port J8. Refer to Table 2-25 for the pin definitions. Table 2-25. AGP Port Pin Definitions Pin# Spare 5.0V Spare 5.0V Reserved * USB+ USB- INTB#...
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1 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. No Video Use the following steps for troubleshooting your system configura- tion.
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual Install only the CPU, memory, and speaker Power Power LED on? 8 beeps Speaker Beeps? Motherboard Good Power Supply OK? Replace Check memory, Power BIOS Supply and CPU Speaker Beeps? Replace Motherboard Figure 3-1. Troubleshooting Flowchart...
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting NOTE If you are a system integrator, VAR or OEM, a POST diagnostics card is recommended for port 80h codes. Refer to Appendix D. Memory Error If you encounter memory error, follow the procedures below. Check to determine if DIMM modules are improperly installed. Make sure that different types of DIMMs have not been in- stalled in different banks (e.g., a mixture of 2MB x 36 and 1 MB x 36 DIMMs in Banks 0).
SUPER P6DLS/P6DLE/P6SLS/P6SLA User’s Manual 3-2 Technical Support Procedures Go through the ‘Troubleshooting Procedures’ section in this chapter of the manual before calling Technical Support. BIOS upgrades can be downloaded from the SUPER BBS# (408) 895-2022, 24 hours a day, using 1200-14400 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity.
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