Chapter 1: Overview
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1-2 Processor and Chipset Overview
Built upon the functionality and the capability of Intel E5-2600 Series (Socket
R) processors and the C602J chipset, the X9DRD-EF motherboard provides the
performance and feature sets required for dual processor-based HPC/Cluster/
Database servers.
With support of Intel QuickPath interconnect (QPI) Technology, the X9DRD-EF
offers point-to-point serial interconnect interface with a transfer speed of up to
8.0 GT/s, providing superb system performance.
The C602J chipset provides extensive IO support, including the following func-
tions and capabilities:
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ACPI Power Management Logic Support, Rev. 4.0
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USB host interface with support of up to 9 connections
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Intel Rapid Storage Technology supported
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Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (Intel VT-d) supported
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Intel Trusted Execution Technology supported
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Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Supported
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Digital Media Interface (DMI) supported
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Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) supported
