About This Manual; About This Motherboard - Supermicro SUPERO X8DTN+ User Manual

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
motherboard.

About This Motherboard

The X8DTN+ supports the Intel 5500/5600 Series Processors, the fi rst
dual-processing platform that offers Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) Technology
to provide the next generation point-to-point system interface, replacing the cur-
rent Front Side Bus. With the 5500/5600 Series Processors built in, the X8DTN+
substantially enhances system performance with increased bandwidth and unprec-
edented scalability. This motherboard optimized for intensive-applications and high-
end servers. Please refer to 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 technician.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifi cations and performance of the mother-
board and provides detailed information about the chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when in-
stalling the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into the
system. If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes trouble-
shooting procedures for video, memory and 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 lists BIOS POST Error Codes. Appendix B provides Software Instal-
lation Instructions.
Conventions Used in the 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:
Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation
or to prevent damage to the components.
Preface
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Preface
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