Preface
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
X8DTG-
DF motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The
X8DTG-DF motherboard supports the Intel 5500 Series Processor
platform and the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) Technology, providing the next gen-
eration point-to-point system interface that replaces the current Front Side Bus. With
the 5500 Series Processor built in, the X8DTG-DF substantially enhances system
performance with increased bandwidth and unprecedented scalability optimized
for HPC/Cluster and high-end IU 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 professional technicians.
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
and
Appendix C
provide
the Windows OS and Other Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in the Manual
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation
and to prevent product damage or 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.
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