PDSM4+ PDSME+ USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.1b
1-4PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualImportant Notes to the User• All images and graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB Revision avai
C-10 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualC-2 Installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 for systems with RAID FunctionsInstalling New Operating S
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-1 Appendix D Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been ins
D-2PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualTo confi gure the Adaptec SATA RAID for Operating Systems that sup-port RAID functions(--Windows, Red Hat & SuSe
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-3The Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA with HostRAID Controller DriverThe Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID C
D-4PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualManaging ArraysSelect this option to view array properties, and confi gure array settings. To select this option, u
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-5Confi guring Disk DrivesYou may need to confi gure a disk drive before you can use it.Caution: Confi gur
D-6PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manual2. From the "Select Drives for Confi guring" List (shown below,) select the drives you want to confi gure a
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-75. Read the warning message as shown in the screen below.6. Make sure that you have selected the cor
D-8PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualCreating ArraysBefore you create arrays, make sure that the disks for the array are connected and installed in your
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-9Assigning Array PropertiesOnce a new array is completed, you can assign properties to the array. *Cau
Chapter 1: Introduction1-5 PDSM4+/PDSME+ Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JP5/JP6 SMB to PCI Slots Open/Open (Disable
D-10PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNotes:1. Before adding a new drive to an array, be sure to back up any data stored on the new drive; otherwise, al
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-11Adding a Bootable ArrayTo make an array bootable:1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays. 2. Fro
D-12PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualAdding/Deleting HotsparesTo add a Hotspare:(*Note: In order to rebuild a RAID (RAID 0 or RAID 1), you would need
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-13Viewing Array PropertiesTo view the properties of an existing array:1. From the main menu, select Ma
D-14PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualRebuilding ArraysNote 1: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant array (RAID 1) only.If an array Build process is int
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-15Deleting ArraysWarning: Back up the data on an array before you delete it to prevent data loss Delet
D-16PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualUsing the Disk UtilitiesThe Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard disks.
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-17To format a disk:Note: The operation of Formatting Disk allows you to perform a low-level formatting
D-18PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualTo verify disk media:3 When the screen shown above displays, select Verify Disk Media and press <Enter>. 4 A
Appendix D: Adaptec HostRAID Setup GuidelinesD-19To Exit Adaptec RAID Confi guration Utility1. Once you have completed RAID array confi gurations, pre
1-6PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualMotherboard Features CPU Latest CPU technology! • Single Intel Core 2 Duo/E6000/Xeon 3000 Series/Pentium D (Dual-Co
D-20PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualD-2 Installing the Intel ICH7R Driver by Adaptec and Installing the OS a. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD tha
Appendix E: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers E-1Driver/Tool Installation Display ScreenNote: Click the icons showing a hand writing on t
E-2PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualSupero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-I (Health Information)B. Confi guring Supero Doctor IIIThe Supero Doctor
Appendix E: Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers E-3Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control)Note: SD III Software Rev
E-4PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNotes
(Disclaimer Continued)The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear fa
Chapter 1: Introduction1-7PC Health Monitoring• Onboard voltage monitors for CPU cores, Chipset Voltage, Memory Voltage, +1.8V, +3.3V, +5V, +12V, and
1-8PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s Manual The Intel 3010 Chipset: System Block DiagramNote: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the fea
Chapter 1: Introduction1-91-2 Chipset Overview The Intel 3010 chipset, designed for use with the Core 2 Duo/E6000/Xeon 3000 Series/Pentium D/Pentium 4
1-10PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s Manual1-3 Special FeaturesRecovery from AC Power LossBIOS provides a setting for you to determine how the system will respond
Chapter 1: Introduction1-11CPU Overheat LED and Control This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat warning function in the BIOS.
1-12PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s Manual Main Switch Override MechanismWhen an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system suspend butt
Chapter 1: Introduction1-131-7 Super I/OThe disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a fl oppy disk drive controller that is compatib
The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccu
1-14PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualNotes
Chapter 2: Installation2-1 Chapter 2 Installation2-1 Static-Sensitive DevicesElectro-Static-Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com
2-2 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualInstallation of the LGA775 Processor 1. Press the socket lever to release the load plate, which covers the CPU so
Chapter 2: Installation2-3Pin 1 South KeyNorth KeySouth Center EdgeNorth Center EdgeSocket LeverCPU in the CPU socketPlastic cap is released from the
2-4 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualSUPER PDSM4+®Fan WiresCPUHeatsink FastenerHeatsink Fins1. Locate the CPU Fan on the mother-board. (Refer to t
Chapter 2: Installation2-52-3 Mounting the Motherboard in the ChassisAll motherboards have standard mounting holes to fi t different types of chassis.
2-6 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manual2-4 Installing DDR 2 MemoryMemory Module Installation (the fi gure on the next page.)Exercise extreme care when i
Chapter 2: Installation2-7SUPER PDSM4+®DDR 2 InstallationTo Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attenti
2-8 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualSUPER PDSM4+®Back Panel I/O Port Locations and Defi nitions2-5 Control Panel Connectors/IO PortsThe I/O ports
Chapter 2: Installation2-9SUPER PDSM4+®B. Front Control PanelJF1 contains header pins for various buttons and indicators that are normally located o
PrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the ins
2-10 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPower LED The Power LED connection is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin
Chapter 2: Installation2-11NIC1/NIC2 LED IndicatorsThe NIC (Network Interface Control-ler) LED connection for GLAN port1 is located on pins 11 and 12
2-12 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-13Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1.Momentarily con-tacting both pins will power on/
2-14 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-15PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-16 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-17PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-18 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-19PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualTable of ContentsPrefaceAbout This Manual ...
2-20 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-21PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-22 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-23PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-24 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-25PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-26 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-27PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-28 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-29PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
vReset Button ... 2-13PWR Button ...
2-30 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-31PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-32 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLE
Chapter 2: Installation2-33PCI-X 133 MHzSUPER PDSM4+®Dural Core CPULGA 775KB/MSCOM1GLAN1Fan5North BridgeLANCTRLJPL1SCSISATA1Fan4BuzzerJLEDIDE24-Pin
2-34 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNotes
3-1Chapter 3: TroubleshootingChapter 3Troubleshooting3-1 Troubleshooting ProceduresUse the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you ha
3-2PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNOTEIf you are a system integrator, VAR or OEM, a POST diagnostics card is recommended. For I/O port 80h codes, re
3-3Chapter 3: Troubleshooting3. If you've followed the instructions above to troubleshoot your system, and still cannot resolve the problem, then
3-4PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualQuestion: What's on the CD that came with my motherboard?Answer: The supplied compact disc has quite a few dri
Chapter 4: BIOS4-1 Chapter 4 BIOS 4-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for t
PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualUltra 320 SCSI Connectors ... 2-33Chapter 3: Troubleshoo
4-2 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manual4-2 Running SetupDefault settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted.The BIOS setup options descri
Chapter 4: BIOS4-3Main BIOS Setup MenuMain Setup FeaturesSystem TimeTo set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate
4-4 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualParallel ATAThis setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Parallel ATA. The option
Chapter 4: BIOS4-5XIDE Primary Master/Slave, IDE Secondary Master/Slave, SATA Port3 and SATA Port4These settings allow the user to set the parameters
4-6 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualCHS FormatThe following items will be displayed by the BIOS:TYPE: This item displays the type of IDE or
Chapter 4: BIOS4-7System MemoryThis display informs you how much system memory is recognized as being present in the system.Extended MemoryThis displa
4-8 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualXBoot FeaturesAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings.QuickBoot ModeIf enabled, th
Chapter 4: BIOS4-9XMemory CacheMemory CacheSet to enabled to set the state of Cache Memory. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Cache System BIOS Ar
4-10 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualCache Extended MemoryIf enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the extended memory area t
Chapter 4: BIOS4-11Option ROM ScanWhen enabled, this setting will initialize the device expansion ROM. The options are Enabled and Disabled.Enable Ma
Chapter 1: Introduction1-1Chapter 1Introduction1-1 OverviewChecklistCongratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leade
4-12 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualRoute Port 80h Cycles toThis feature allows the user to decide which bus to send debug information to.
Chapter 4: BIOS4-13Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU.)The CPU fetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this option is se
4-14 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualXI/O Device Confi gurationAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. KBC Clock Input
Chapter 4: BIOS4-15XDMI Event LoggingAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log ValidityThis is a display to inform you o
4-16 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualXConsole RedirectionAccess the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port AddressThis
Chapter 4: BIOS4-17XHardware Monitor LogicCPU Temperature Threshold This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate
4-18 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manual4-5 SecurityChoose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You sho
Chapter 4: BIOS4-19Password on BootThis setting allows you to decide if a password is required for a user to enter the system at system boot. The opti
4-20 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manual4-7 ExitChoose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see
A-1Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST MessagesDuring the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problem
1-2PDSM4+/PDSME+ User’s ManualContacting SupermicroHeadquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave.
A-2 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualSystem CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration usedSystem CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly, per
A-3Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesSystem cache error - Cache disabledRAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jum
A-4 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualInvalid System Confi guration DataProblem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.I/O device IRQ confl ictI/O device IRQ confl ict e
A-5Appendix A: BIOS POST MessagesPress <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous Displayed after any recoverable error messag
A-6 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNotes
Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-1This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the PhoenixBIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories:
B-2PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPOST Code Description18h 8254 timer initialization1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization1Ch Reset Prog
Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-3POST Code Description5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB60h Test extended memory62h Test extended memory a
B-4PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualPOST Code Description99h Check for SMART Drive (optional)9Ch Set up Power Management9Dh Initialize se
Appendix B: BIOS POST CodesB-5POST Code DescriptionD2h Unknown interruptD4h Check Intel Branding stringD8h Alert Standard Format initia
Chapter 1: Introduction1-3 PDSM4+/PDSME+ Image An Important Note to the User• All images and layouts shown in this manual were based upon the lat
B-6PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualNotes
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-1 Appendix C Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesAfter all the hardware has been installed
C-2 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualRAID Confi gurationsThe following types of RAID confi gurations are supported:RAID 0 (Data Striping): th
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-3Using the Intel ICH7R SATA RAID Utility Program1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. Afte
C-4 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's Manualb. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter> key to go to t
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-5Creating a RAID 1 Volume:a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <E
C-6 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualCreating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and pr
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-7Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity):a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the
C-8 PDSM4+/PDSME+ User's ManualDeleting RAID Volume: (Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You will
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup GuidelinesC-9Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD a. From the main menu, select item3-Reset Disks to Non-
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