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Preface
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and
knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
X7DCX motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The X 7DCX supports dual Intel Xeon Q uad - C ore/ Dual-Core
5400/5300/5200/5100 Sequence processors with a front side bus speed of up to
1333 MHz. With multi-core processors, cost-effective Intel 5100 chipset and low-
power native DDR2 memory built in, the X7DCX delivers superb processing ca-
pacity without sacrifi cing affordability. This motherboard offers powerful business
capabilities with optimal power effi ciency, ideal for complex application computing
in a multi-user environment. Please refer to the motherboard specifi cations pages
on our web site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/) for updates.
This product is intended to be professionally installed.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 introduces the motherboard, providing information on the layout, con-
nectors/jumpers, features, specifi cations and the chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when
installing the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into
the system.
Chapter 3 includes an introduction to the BIOS and provides detailed information
on running the CMOS Setup utility.
If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 4 , which describes troubleshooting
procedures for the video, the memory and the system setup stored in the CMOS.
Appendix A lists BIOS POST Error Codes. Appendix B and Appendix C provide
the Windows OS and Other Software Programs Installation 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.
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Preface