SUPER MICRO Computer X6QTE+ - Manual (Page 3)

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Preface
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
X6QT8/X6QTE+ motherboard. The X6QT8/X6QTE+ supports single, dual
or quad 64-bit Intel ® Xeon processor MP, 7000 Series and 7100 Series processors
at a front side bus speed of 800 or 677 MHz. Based upon the 64-bit Intel Xeon
MP/7000 Series/7100 Series processors, the X6QT8/X6QTE+ supports
the dual system bus architecture, and allows for symmetric multiprocessing across
two shared system bus interfaces, providing performance enhancement with
increased bus speeds and bandwidth. This motherboard is especially designed
for the 4-way server platform, and can be used in front-end, back-end, general-
purpose, communication and storage market segments. Please refer to our web
site (http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/)
for updates on supported
processors. This product is intended to be professionally installed.
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
installing the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into
the system.
Chapter 3 describes troubleshooting procedures for the video, the memory and the
system setup stored in CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on
running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS POST Messages.
Appendix B lists BIOS POST Codes.
Appendix C lists Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in this 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:
Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent
catastrophic system failure or to avoid 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.