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Super X12SCZ-TLN4F/QF/F User's Manual
System Resource Alert
This feature is available when used with SuperDoctor 5
®
in the Windows OS or in the Linux
environment. SuperDoctor is used to notify the user of certain system events. For example,
you can configure SuperDoctor to provide you with warnings when the system temperature,
CPU temperatures, voltages and fan speeds go beyond a predefined range.
1.5 ACPI Features
ACPI stands for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. The ACPI specification defines
a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard way to integrate power
management features throughout a computer system, including its hardware, operating
system and application software. This enables the system to automatically turn on and off
peripherals such as CD-ROMs, network cards, hard disk drives and printers.
In addition to enabling operating system-directed power management, ACPI also provides a
generic system event mechanism for Plug and Play, and an operating system-independent
interface for configuration control. ACPI leverages the Plug and Play BIOS data structures,
while providing a processor architecture-independent implementation that is compatible with
appropriate Windows operating systems. For detailed information regarding OS support,
please refer to the Supermicro website.
1.6 Power Supply
As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and reliable
operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates where
noisy power transmission is present.
This motherboard accommodates a 24-pin ATX power supply. Although most power supplies
generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate. In addition, one
12V 8-pin power connection is also required to ensure adequate power supply to the system.
Warning:
To avoid damaging the power supply or the motherboard, be sure to use a
power supply that contains a 24-pin and an 8-pin power connector. Be sure to con-
nect the power supplies to the 24-pin power connector (JPW1), and the 8-pin power
connector (JPV1) on the motherboard. Failure in doing so may void the manufacturer
warranty on your power supply and motherboard.
Note 1:
The X12SCZ Series motherboard alternatively supports an 8-pin 12V DC
input power only at JPV1 for embedded applications. The 12V DC input is limited to
30A by design. It provides up to 360W power input to the motherboard. Please keep
the onboard power usage within the power limits specified above. Overcurrent power
us age may cause damage to the motherboard.
