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GA-7TCSV-RH Dual Xeon Processor Motherboard USER'S MANUAL XeonTM Processor Motherboard Rev. 1001 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-7TCSV-RH Dual Xeon Processor Motherboard USER'S MANUAL XeonTM Processor Motherboard Rev. 1001 * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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... Table of Contents Item Checklist 3 Chapter 1Introduction 4 1.1.Considerations Prior to Installation 4 1.2.Features Summary 5 1.3.GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Component 7 Chapter 2Hardware Installation Process 9 2.1.Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink 9 2.1.1.Installing CPU ...9 2.1.2.Installing Heat Sink 10 2.2.Installing memory modules 11 2.3.Connect ribbon cables, ...
... Table of Contents Item Checklist 3 Chapter 1Introduction 4 1.1.Considerations Prior to Installation 4 1.2.Features Summary 5 1.3.GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Component 7 Chapter 2Hardware Installation Process 9 2.1.Installing Processor and CPU Haet Sink 9 2.1.1.Installing CPU ...9 2.1.2.Installing Heat Sink 10 2.2.Installing memory modules 11 2.3.Connect ribbon cables, ...
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English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Item Checklist The GA-7TCSV-RH motherboard Serial ATA cable x 6 IDE (ATA100 ) cable x 1 / Floppy cable x 1 I/O Shield Kit CD for motherboard driver & utility Power cable x 4 GA-7TCSV-RH quick reference guide * The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice. 3
English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Item Checklist The GA-7TCSV-RH motherboard Serial ATA cable x 6 IDE (ATA100 ) cable x 1 / Floppy cable x 1 I/O Shield Kit CD for motherboard driver & utility Power cable x 4 GA-7TCSV-RH quick reference guide * The items listed above are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice. 3
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...; 1 x USB 2.0 connectors for additional 2 ports by cable 1 x front panel connecctor 1 x LPC connecctor 4 x System fan cable connector 2 x CPU fan cable connectors 5 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 1.2.
...; 1 x USB 2.0 connectors for additional 2 ports by cable 1 x front panel connecctor 1 x LPC connecctor 4 x System fan cable connector 2 x CPU fan cable connectors 5 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 1.2.
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... connector 43. Intel ICH10R 34. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth) 30. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth) 29. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 1.3. Secondary CPU 32. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Component 1. SATA2 cable connector 45. SMBUS connector for 5V/3V power supply 21. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x1 bandwidth) 7 ITE...
... connector 43. Intel ICH10R 34. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth) 30. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x4 bandwidth) 29. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 1.3. Secondary CPU 32. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Component 1. SATA2 cable connector 45. SMBUS connector for 5V/3V power supply 21. PCI-E x8 slot (Gen2 at x1 bandwidth) 7 ITE...
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... replace the metal cover and push the metal lever back into the socket. 3. Installing CPU Step 1 Raise the metal locking lever on the socket. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process 2.1. The CPU only fits in permanent irreparable damage. 2. Please change the insert orientation. 2.1.1. Never force the processor into locked...
... replace the metal cover and push the metal lever back into the socket. 3. Installing CPU Step 1 Raise the metal locking lever on the socket. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Process 2.1. The CPU only fits in permanent irreparable damage. 2. Please change the insert orientation. 2.1.1. Never force the processor into locked...
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... 1 11 Please make sure that the computer power is recommended to insert the module, please switch the direction. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.2. If you are designed so that the memory is supported by the motherboard.
... 1 11 Please make sure that the computer power is recommended to insert the module, please switch the direction. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.2. If you are designed so that the memory is supported by the motherboard.
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I/O Back Panel Introduction 13 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.3. Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply 2.3.1.
I/O Back Panel Introduction 13 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.3. Connect ribbon cables, cabinet wires, and power supply 2.3.1.
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English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard LAN LED Description LED2 (Green/Yellow) LED1 (Green) Name LED1 LED2 Color Green Green Green Green Green Yellow Yellow Condition ON BLINK OFF OFF BLINK ON BLINK ON BLINK Description LAN Link / no Access LAN Access Idle 10Mbps connection Port identification with 10 Mbps connection 100Mbps connection Port identification with 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Port identification with 1Gbps connection 15
English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard LAN LED Description LED2 (Green/Yellow) LED1 (Green) Name LED1 LED2 Color Green Green Green Green Green Yellow Yellow Condition ON BLINK OFF OFF BLINK ON BLINK ON BLINK Description LAN Link / no Access LAN Access Idle 10Mbps connection Port identification with 10 Mbps connection 100Mbps connection Port identification with 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Port identification with 1Gbps connection 15
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...) 8. SGPIO2 14. CPU_FAN1 (CPU1 fan cable connector) 15. SYS_FAN2 (System fan connector)) 18. ATX_12V1 2. SSI_2X4P1 3. SATA4 (SATA data cable connector) 12. CLR_CMOS 23. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.4. COM2 5. SATA1 (SATA data cable connector) 9. CPU_FAN2 (CPU2 fan cable connector) 16. SYS_FAN1 (System fan connector) 17. BAT1 22. JP1 24. JP7 16 F_USB1...
...) 8. SGPIO2 14. CPU_FAN1 (CPU1 fan cable connector) 15. SYS_FAN2 (System fan connector)) 18. ATX_12V1 2. SSI_2X4P1 3. SATA4 (SATA data cable connector) 12. CLR_CMOS 23. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 2.4. COM2 5. SATA1 (SATA data cable connector) 9. CPU_FAN2 (CPU2 fan cable connector) 16. SYS_FAN1 (System fan connector) 17. BAT1 22. JP1 24. JP7 16 F_USB1...
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For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 12 9 10 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition 5V power 5V power -FUSB4 -FUSB5 +FUSB4 +FUSB5 GND GND NC NC 18 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 4 ) COM2 21 10 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition DCDSIN2 SOUT2 DTR2GND DSR2RTS2CTS2RI2NC 5 ) F_USB1 (USB cable connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer. 12 9 10 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition 5V power 5V power -FUSB4 -FUSB5 +FUSB4 +FUSB5 GND GND NC NC 18 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 4 ) COM2 21 10 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition DCDSIN2 SOUT2 DTR2GND DSR2RTS2CTS2RI2NC 5 ) F_USB1 (USB cable connector) Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
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... or workstation computer that interfaces with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 13 ) SGPIO2 SGPIO is stands for Serial General Purpose Input/Output which is the ground wire (GND). Out of the 4 signals, 3 are designed with...
... or workstation computer that interfaces with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 13 ) SGPIO2 SGPIO is stands for Serial General Purpose Input/Output which is the ground wire (GND). Out of the 4 signals, 3 are designed with...
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... SMBusData Ground SMBusClock ID Switch Signal Chassis intrusion Signal Ground LAN2 active LED Signal cathode(-) NMI switch Signal LAN2 active LED Signal anode (+) 21 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 20 ) F_PANEL1 (2X12 Pins Front Panel connector) Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch of your chassis front...
... SMBusData Ground SMBusClock ID Switch Signal Chassis intrusion Signal Ground LAN2 active LED Signal cathode(-) NMI switch Signal LAN2 active LED Signal anode (+) 21 English GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 20 ) F_PANEL1 (2X12 Pins Front Panel connector) Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch of your chassis front...
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GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 23 ) JP_REC1 ( BIOS Recovery jumper) English 1 1-2 close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 close: Enable BIOS Recovery function. 24 ) PASS_DIS1 (Skip Supervisor password jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 Close: Clear Supervisor Password in BIOS setup menu. 23
GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard 23 ) JP_REC1 ( BIOS Recovery jumper) English 1 1-2 close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 close: Enable BIOS Recovery function. 24 ) PASS_DIS1 (Skip Supervisor password jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 Close: Clear Supervisor Password in BIOS setup menu. 23
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... the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. Exit current page and return to activate certain system features. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to Main...
... the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. Exit current page and return to activate certain system features. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required settings or to Main...
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Note that the "Day" automatically changed after you enter Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (Figure 1) will appear on the 24-hour military time clock. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Main Once you set the date. (Weekend: DD: MM: YY) (YY: 1099~2099) 27 Set the System Time (HH:MM:SS) System Time Set the System Date. Figure 1: Main System Time The time is calculated based on the screen.
Note that the "Day" automatically changed after you enter Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu (Figure 1) will appear on the 24-hour military time clock. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Main Once you set the date. (Weekend: DD: MM: YY) (YY: 1099~2099) 27 Set the System Time (HH:MM:SS) System Time Set the System Date. Figure 1: Main System Time The time is calculated based on the screen.
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And setup menu for Nehalem CPU Power Management, Simultanceous Multi Threading, Intel Virtualizational Technology, Machine Checking, Fast String operations, Execute Disable Bit, Set Max Ext CPUID =3, Echo TPR, and Discrete MTRR Allocation. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Advanced Processor Options Figure 1-1: Advanced Processor Options Advanced Processor Option This category includes the information of CPU. 29 Please note that setup menu options will be variable depends on the type of CPU Speed, Processor ID and Processor L2 / L3 Cache.
And setup menu for Nehalem CPU Power Management, Simultanceous Multi Threading, Intel Virtualizational Technology, Machine Checking, Fast String operations, Execute Disable Bit, Set Max Ext CPUID =3, Echo TPR, and Discrete MTRR Allocation. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Advanced Processor Options Figure 1-1: Advanced Processor Options Advanced Processor Option This category includes the information of CPU. 29 Please note that setup menu options will be variable depends on the type of CPU Speed, Processor ID and Processor L2 / L3 Cache.
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.... Options C0, C1 State, C3 State, C6 State, C7 State, No Limit. The default setting is operating below power, temperature and current specification limits. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard transition on any of those Logical Processors . Turbo Mode Turbo Mode automatically allows processor cores to only a single core or logical processor. CPU C7...
.... Options C0, C1 State, C3 State, C6 State, C7 State, No Limit. The default setting is operating below power, temperature and current specification limits. GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard transition on any of those Logical Processors . Turbo Mode Turbo Mode automatically allows processor cores to only a single core or logical processor. CPU C7...
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GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting) Discrete MTRR Allocation Enabled Enable Discrete MTRR Allocation Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting) 34
GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting) Discrete MTRR Allocation Enabled Enable Discrete MTRR Allocation Disabled Disable this function. (Default setting) 34
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User can set the Memory configuration, PnP configuration , I/O configuration, and Advanced chipset control. Figure 2: Advanced 35 GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Advanced About This Section: Advanced With this section, allowing user to configure your system for advanced operation.
User can set the Memory configuration, PnP configuration , I/O configuration, and Advanced chipset control. Figure 2: Advanced 35 GA-7TCSV-RH Motherboard Advanced About This Section: Advanced With this section, allowing user to configure your system for advanced operation.